Damascus Population 2026 capital
Damascus has a population of 1,569,394, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇸🇾 Syria, located in Damascus Governorate. Roughly 5.9% of Syria's population lives here. It is about 1.3× smaller than Aleppo, the country's biggest city. Damascus is the capital of Syria.
Population (city proper)
1,569,394
Rank in Syria
#2
Coordinates
33.51°N, 36.29°E
~701 m elevation · Asia/Damascus
Other big cities in Damascus Governorate
| City | Population | Rank in Syria |
|---|---|---|
| al-Yarmūk | 99,999 | #14 |
Cities near Damascus
FAQ
What is the population of Damascus?
Damascus has a population of 1,569,394 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in Syria.
What region is Damascus in?
Damascus is located in Damascus Governorate, Syria.
Is Damascus the capital of Syria?
Yes, Damascus is the capital of Syria.
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.