Karachi Population 2026
Karachi has a population of 11,624,219, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇵🇰 Pakistan, located in Sindh. Roughly 4.5% of Pakistan's population lives here.
Population (city proper)
11,624,219
Rank in Pakistan
#2
Coordinates
24.86°N, 67.01°E
~8 m elevation · Asia/Karachi
Distance to capital (Islamabad)
1,145 km
711 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sindh
| City | Population | Rank in Pakistan |
|---|---|---|
| Hyderabad | 1,921,275 | #8 |
| Sukkur | 563,851 | #23 |
| Tando Bago | 426,535 | #32 |
| Tando Allahyar | 421,923 | #33 |
| Larkana | 364,033 | #36 |
| Nawabshah | 363,138 | #37 |
| Sinjhoro | 354,709 | #40 |
| Mirpur Khas | 267,833 | #47 |
Cities near Karachi
FAQ
What is the population of Karachi?
Karachi has a population of 11,624,219 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in Pakistan.
What region is Karachi in?
Karachi is located in Sindh, Pakistan.
Is Karachi the capital of Pakistan?
No, the capital of Pakistan is Islamabad, about 1,145 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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