As Samawah Population 2026
As Samawah has a population of 152,890, making it the #29 biggest city in 🇮🇶 Iraq, located in Muthanna. Roughly 0.3% of Iraq's population lives here. It is about 47× smaller than Baghdad, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
152,890
Rank in Iraq
#29
Coordinates
31.33°N, 45.29°E
~15 m elevation · Asia/Baghdad
Distance to capital (Baghdad)
239 km
148 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Muthanna
| City | Population | Rank in Iraq |
|---|---|---|
| Ar Rumaythah | 47,248 | #61 |
Cities near As Samawah
- Ar Rumaythah47,248 people · ~23 km away
- Nāḩiyat ash Shināfīyah22,643 people · ~68 km away
- Nahiyat Ghammas30,909 people · ~79 km away
- Al Diwaniyah318,801 people · ~81 km away
- ‘Afak35,536 people · ~82 km away
- Ash Shaţrah182,175 people · ~84 km away
FAQ
What is the population of As Samawah?
As Samawah has a population of 152,890 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #29 biggest city in Iraq.
What region is As Samawah in?
As Samawah is located in Muthanna, Iraq.
Is As Samawah the capital of Iraq?
No, the capital of Iraq is Baghdad, about 239 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.