Sinjār Population 2026
Sinjār has a population of 38,294, making it the #69 biggest city in 🇮🇶 Iraq, located in Nineveh. Roughly 0.1% of Iraq's population lives here. It is about 188× smaller than Baghdad, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
38,294
Rank in Iraq
#69
Coordinates
36.32°N, 41.88°E
~517 m elevation · Asia/Baghdad
Distance to capital (Baghdad)
404 km
251 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Nineveh
| City | Population | Rank in Iraq |
|---|---|---|
| Mosul | 1,683,000 | #2 |
| 'Ākra | 105,370 | #46 |
| Al-Hamdaniya | 50,000 | #60 |
| Tallkayf | 23,524 | #86 |
| ‘Aqrah | 23,000 | #88 |
Cities near Sinjār
FAQ
What is the population of Sinjār?
Sinjār has a population of 38,294 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #69 biggest city in Iraq.
What region is Sinjār in?
Sinjār is located in Nineveh, Iraq.
Is Sinjār the capital of Iraq?
No, the capital of Iraq is Baghdad, about 404 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.