Khalkhāl Population 2026
Khalkhāl has a population of 51,024, making it the #184 biggest city in 🇮🇷 Iran, located in Ardabil Province. Roughly 0.1% of Iran's population lives here. It is about 140× smaller than Tehran, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
51,024
Rank in Iran
#184
Coordinates
37.62°N, 48.53°E
~1,795 m elevation · Asia/Tehran
Distance to capital (Tehran)
335 km
208 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ardabil Province
| City | Population | Rank in Iran |
|---|---|---|
| Ardabīl | 410,753 | #18 |
| Pārsābād | 93,387 | #108 |
| Meshgīn Shahr | 74,109 | #129 |
| Germī | 28,967 | #285 |
Cities near Khalkhāl
- Hashtpar45,305 people · ~39 km away
- Ardabīl410,753 people · ~73 km away
- Mīāneh182,848 people · ~75 km away
- Şowme‘eh Sarā47,083 people · ~78 km away
- Fūman35,841 people · ~82 km away
- Bandar-e Anzalī118,564 people · ~83 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Khalkhāl?
Khalkhāl has a population of 51,024 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #184 biggest city in Iran.
What region is Khalkhāl in?
Khalkhāl is located in Ardabil Province, Iran.
Is Khalkhāl the capital of Iran?
No, the capital of Iran is Tehran, about 335 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.