Kifrī Population 2026
Kifrī has a population of 30,143, making it the #78 biggest city in 🇮🇶 Iraq, located in Diyala. Roughly 0.1% of Iraq's population lives here. It is about 239× smaller than Baghdad, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
30,143
Rank in Iraq
#78
Coordinates
34.69°N, 44.96°E
~229 m elevation · Asia/Baghdad
Distance to capital (Baghdad)
159 km
99 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Diyala
| City | Population | Rank in Iraq |
|---|---|---|
| Khānaqīn | 175,000 | #24 |
| Al Miqdādīyah | 155,968 | #28 |
| Baqubah | 152,550 | #30 |
| Khāliş | 70,046 | #57 |
| Mandalī | 29,785 | #80 |
Cities near Kifrī
- Kelar250,000 people · ~33 km away
- Ţūz Khūrmātū120,712 people · ~37 km away
- Khānaqīn175,000 people · ~55 km away
- Al Miqdādīyah155,968 people · ~79 km away
- Tāzah Khūrmātū21,788 people · ~89 km away
- Shūrash29,960 people · ~92 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kifrī?
Kifrī has a population of 30,143 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #78 biggest city in Iraq.
What region is Kifrī in?
Kifrī is located in Diyala, Iraq.
Is Kifrī the capital of Iraq?
No, the capital of Iraq is Baghdad, about 159 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.