Soran Population 2026
Soran has a population of 91,589, making it the #52 biggest city in 🇮🇶 Iraq, located in Erbil. Roughly 0.2% of Iraq's population lives here. It is about 79× smaller than Baghdad, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
91,589
Rank in Iraq
#52
Coordinates
36.66°N, 44.54°E
~741 m elevation · Asia/Baghdad
Distance to capital (Baghdad)
369 km
229 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Erbil
Cities near Soran
FAQ
What is the population of Soran?
Soran has a population of 91,589 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #52 biggest city in Iraq.
What region is Soran in?
Soran is located in Erbil, Iraq.
Is Soran the capital of Iraq?
No, the capital of Iraq is Baghdad, about 369 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.