Lahore Population 2026
Lahore has a population of 13,004,135, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇵🇰 Pakistan, located in Punjab. Roughly 5.0% of Pakistan's population lives here.
Population (city proper)
13,004,135
Rank in Pakistan
#1
Coordinates
31.56°N, 74.35°E
~216 m elevation · Asia/Karachi
Distance to capital (Islamabad)
270 km
168 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Punjab
| City | Population | Rank in Pakistan |
|---|---|---|
| Faisalabad | 3,800,193 | #4 |
| Rawalpindi | 3,357,612 | #5 |
| Gujranwala | 2,511,118 | #6 |
| Multan | 2,169,915 | #7 |
| Sargodha | 975,886 | #11 |
| Sialkot | 911,817 | #12 |
| Bahawalpur | 903,795 | #13 |
| Arifwala | 854,462 | #14 |
Cities near Lahore
- Model Town100,000 people · ~9 km away
- Manhala29,000 people · ~19 km away
- Kahna Nau79,301 people · ~21 km away
- Sharqpur Sharif31,855 people · ~26 km away
- Muridke254,291 people · ~29 km away
- Shekhupura591,424 people · ~39 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Lahore?
Lahore has a population of 13,004,135 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Pakistan.
What region is Lahore in?
Lahore is located in Punjab, Pakistan.
Is Lahore the capital of Pakistan?
No, the capital of Pakistan is Islamabad, about 270 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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