Quetta Population 2026
Quetta has a population of 1,565,546, making it the #9 biggest city in 🇵🇰 Pakistan, located in Balochistan. Roughly 0.6% of Pakistan's population lives here. It is about 8.3× smaller than Lahore, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,565,546
Rank in Pakistan
#9
Coordinates
30.18°N, 67.00°E
~1,683 m elevation · Asia/Karachi
Distance to capital (Islamabad)
692 km
430 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Balochistan
| City | Population | Rank in Pakistan |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Gwadar | 70,852 | #168 |
| Usta Muhammad | 64,632 | #179 |
Cities near Quetta
FAQ
What is the population of Quetta?
Quetta has a population of 1,565,546 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #9 biggest city in Pakistan.
What region is Quetta in?
Quetta is located in Balochistan, Pakistan.
Is Quetta the capital of Pakistan?
No, the capital of Pakistan is Islamabad, about 692 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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