Pīrmām Population 2026
Pīrmām has a population of 38,686, making it the #68 biggest city in 🇮🇶 Iraq, located in Erbil. Roughly 0.1% of Iraq's population lives here. It is about 187× smaller than Baghdad, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
38,686
Rank in Iraq
#68
Coordinates
36.39°N, 44.20°E
~1,100 m elevation · Asia/Baghdad
Distance to capital (Baghdad)
339 km
211 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Erbil
Cities near Pīrmām
FAQ
What is the population of Pīrmām?
Pīrmām has a population of 38,686 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #68 biggest city in Iraq.
What region is Pīrmām in?
Pīrmām is located in Erbil, Iraq.
Is Pīrmām the capital of Iraq?
No, the capital of Iraq is Baghdad, about 339 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.