Al Başrah al Qadīmah, Iraq
Major city · Population 2.0M
Al Başrah al Qadīmah is the 3rd largest city in Iraq with a population of approximately 2,015,483 people as of 2026. This makes it the 197th largest city in the world, accounting for 4.37% of Iraq's total population of 46.1M. Al Başrah al Qadīmah is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Baghdad timezone.
Population
2,015,483
Global Rank
#197
Country Rank
#3
% of Iraq
4.37%
Al Başrah al Qadīmah on the Map
Iraq at a Glance
Country Population
46,118,793
Capital
Baghdad
Region
Western Asia
Major Cities
40
GDP per Capita
$6,074
Life Expectancy
72.3 years
Urban Population
69.9%
Growth Rate
0.02%
Other Major Cities in Iraq
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Al Başrah al Qadīmah with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Basrah | 1,326,564 | 3 km |
| Az Zubayr | 122,676 | 16 km |
| Khorramshahr | 330,606 | 36 km |
| Abadan | 370,180 | 50 km |
| Umm Qaşr | 107,620 | 53 km |
| Al Qurnah | 286,073 | 68 km |
| Al Madīnah | 255,000 | 73 km |
| Al Fāw | 104,569 | 86 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Al Başrah al Qadīmah?
The population of Al Başrah al Qadīmah, Iraq is approximately 2,015,483 people, making it the 197th largest city in the world and the 3rd largest in Iraq.
Is Al Başrah al Qadīmah the capital of Iraq?
No, the capital of Iraq is Baghdad. Al Başrah al Qadīmah is the 3rd largest city in the country.
What timezone is Al Başrah al Qadīmah in?
Al Başrah al Qadīmah is in the Asia/Baghdad timezone.