Balad Population 2026
Balad has a population of 42,088, making it the #66 biggest city in 🇮🇶 Iraq, located in Salah ad Din. Roughly 0.1% of Iraq's population lives here. It is about 171× smaller than Baghdad, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
42,088
Rank in Iraq
#66
Coordinates
34.01°N, 44.15°E
~53 m elevation · Asia/Baghdad
Distance to capital (Baghdad)
79 km
49 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Salah ad Din
| City | Population | Rank in Iraq |
|---|---|---|
| Bayjī | 173,677 | #25 |
| Ash Sharqāt | 160,000 | #26 |
| Sāmarrā’ | 158,508 | #27 |
| Ţūz Khūrmātū | 120,712 | #40 |
| Tikrīt | 42,477 | #65 |
| Ad Dujayl | 26,362 | #84 |
| Al-'Alam | 25,662 | #85 |
Cities near Balad
FAQ
What is the population of Balad?
Balad has a population of 42,088 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #66 biggest city in Iraq.
What region is Balad in?
Balad is located in Salah ad Din, Iraq.
Is Balad the capital of Iraq?
No, the capital of Iraq is Baghdad, about 79 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.