Buston Population 2026
Buston has a population of 36,900, making it the #11 biggest city in 🇹🇯 Tajikistan, located in Sughd. Roughly 0.3% of Tajikistan's population lives here. It is about 18× smaller than Dushanbe, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
36,900
Rank in Tajikistan
#11
Coordinates
40.23°N, 69.69°E
~415 m elevation · Asia/Dushanbe
Distance to capital (Dushanbe)
205 km
127 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sughd
| City | Population | Rank in Tajikistan |
|---|---|---|
| Isfara | 274,000 | #2 |
| Istaravshan | 273,500 | #3 |
| Konibodom | 211,100 | #5 |
| Khujand | 191,000 | #6 |
| Qayroqqum | 49,200 | #8 |
| Panjakent | 35,085 | #12 |
| Muchun | 27,835 | #15 |
| Dalyoni Bolo | 23,670 | #19 |
Cities near Buston
FAQ
What is the population of Buston?
Buston has a population of 36,900 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #11 biggest city in Tajikistan.
What region is Buston in?
Buston is located in Sughd, Tajikistan.
Is Buston the capital of Tajikistan?
No, the capital of Tajikistan is Dushanbe, about 205 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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