Hīt Population 2026
Hīt has a population of 31,901, making it the #74 biggest city in 🇮🇶 Iraq, located in Anbar. Roughly 0.1% of Iraq's population lives here. It is about 226× smaller than Baghdad, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
31,901
Rank in Iraq
#74
Coordinates
33.64°N, 42.83°E
~61 m elevation · Asia/Baghdad
Distance to capital (Baghdad)
150 km
93 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Anbar
Cities near Hīt
FAQ
What is the population of Hīt?
Hīt has a population of 31,901 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #74 biggest city in Iraq.
What region is Hīt in?
Hīt is located in Anbar, Iraq.
Is Hīt the capital of Iraq?
No, the capital of Iraq is Baghdad, about 150 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.