Neyshābūr Population 2026
Neyshābūr has a population of 220,929, making it the #44 biggest city in 🇮🇷 Iran, located in Razavi Khorasan. Roughly 0.2% of Iran's population lives here. It is about 32× smaller than Tehran, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
220,929
Rank in Iran
#44
Coordinates
36.21°N, 58.80°E
~1,199 m elevation · Asia/Tehran
Distance to capital (Tehran)
666 km
414 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Razavi Khorasan
| City | Population | Rank in Iran |
|---|---|---|
| Mashhad | 2,307,177 | #2 |
| Marāgheh | 262,604 | #32 |
| Sabzevar | 243,700 | #37 |
| Torbat-e Ḩeydarīyeh | 125,633 | #78 |
| Qūchān | 111,752 | #90 |
| Kāshmar | 102,282 | #95 |
| Torbat-e Jām | 58,928 | #156 |
| Chenārān | 53,879 | #174 |
Cities near Neyshābūr
FAQ
What is the population of Neyshābūr?
Neyshābūr has a population of 220,929 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #44 biggest city in Iran.
What region is Neyshābūr in?
Neyshābūr is located in Razavi Khorasan, Iran.
Is Neyshābūr the capital of Iran?
No, the capital of Iran is Tehran, about 666 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.