Baqubah Population 2026
Baqubah has a population of 152,550, making it the #30 biggest city in 🇮🇶 Iraq, located in Diyala. Roughly 0.3% of Iraq's population lives here. It is about 47× smaller than Baghdad, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
152,550
Rank in Iraq
#30
Coordinates
33.75°N, 44.61°E
~48 m elevation · Asia/Baghdad
Distance to capital (Baghdad)
50 km
31 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Diyala
| City | Population | Rank in Iraq |
|---|---|---|
| Khānaqīn | 175,000 | #24 |
| Al Miqdādīyah | 155,968 | #28 |
| Khāliş | 70,046 | #57 |
| Kifrī | 30,143 | #78 |
| Mandalī | 29,785 | #80 |
Cities near Baqubah
FAQ
What is the population of Baqubah?
Baqubah has a population of 152,550 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #30 biggest city in Iraq.
What region is Baqubah in?
Baqubah is located in Diyala, Iraq.
Is Baqubah the capital of Iraq?
No, the capital of Iraq is Baghdad, about 50 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.