Gwadar Population 2026
Gwadar has a population of 70,852, making it the #168 biggest city in 🇵🇰 Pakistan, located in Balochistan. It is about 184× smaller than Lahore, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
70,852
Rank in Pakistan
#168
Coordinates
25.12°N, 62.33°E
~7 m elevation · Asia/Karachi
Distance to capital (Islamabad)
1,410 km
876 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Balochistan
| City | Population | Rank in Pakistan |
|---|---|---|
| Quetta | 1,565,546 | #9 |
| Khuzdar | 218,112 | #57 |
| Hub | 195,661 | #66 |
| Arif Wala | 157,063 | #74 |
| Chaman | 130,139 | #95 |
| Dera Murad Jamali | 106,952 | #120 |
| Turbat | 75,694 | #159 |
| Usta Muhammad | 64,632 | #179 |
Cities near Gwadar
FAQ
What is the population of Gwadar?
Gwadar has a population of 70,852 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #168 biggest city in Pakistan.
What region is Gwadar in?
Gwadar is located in Balochistan, Pakistan.
Is Gwadar the capital of Pakistan?
No, the capital of Pakistan is Islamabad, about 1,410 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.
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