Zaxo Population 2026
Zaxo has a population of 95,052, making it the #50 biggest city in 🇮🇶 Iraq, located in Duhok. Roughly 0.2% of Iraq's population lives here. It is about 76× smaller than Baghdad, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
95,052
Rank in Iraq
#50
Coordinates
37.15°N, 42.69°E
~439 m elevation · Asia/Baghdad
Distance to capital (Baghdad)
451 km
280 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Duhok
Cities near Zaxo
FAQ
What is the population of Zaxo?
Zaxo has a population of 95,052 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #50 biggest city in Iraq.
What region is Zaxo in?
Zaxo is located in Duhok, Iraq.
Is Zaxo the capital of Iraq?
No, the capital of Iraq is Baghdad, about 451 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.