Isfara Population 2026
Isfara has a population of 274,000, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇹🇯 Tajikistan, located in Sughd. Roughly 2.5% of Tajikistan's population lives here. It is about 2.5× smaller than Dushanbe, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
274,000
Rank in Tajikistan
#2
Coordinates
40.13°N, 70.63°E
~824 m elevation · Asia/Dushanbe
Distance to capital (Dushanbe)
238 km
148 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sughd
| City | Population | Rank in Tajikistan |
|---|---|---|
| Istaravshan | 273,500 | #3 |
| Konibodom | 211,100 | #5 |
| Khujand | 191,000 | #6 |
| Qayroqqum | 49,200 | #8 |
| Buston | 36,900 | #11 |
| Panjakent | 35,085 | #12 |
| Muchun | 27,835 | #15 |
| Dalyoni Bolo | 23,670 | #19 |
Cities near Isfara
FAQ
What is the population of Isfara?
Isfara has a population of 274,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in Tajikistan.
What region is Isfara in?
Isfara is located in Sughd, Tajikistan.
Is Isfara the capital of Tajikistan?
No, the capital of Tajikistan is Dushanbe, about 238 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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