Herat's 2026 population is now estimated at 781,380. In 1950, the population of Herat was 82,468. Herat has grown by 28,470 in the last year, which represents a 3.78% annual change. These population estimates and projections come from the latest revision of the UN World Urbanization Prospects . These estimates represent the Urban agglomeration of Herat, which typically includes Herat's population in addition to adjacent suburban areas.
| City | 2026 Pop. ↓ | Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Kabul | 5,034,110 | 3.22% |
| Mazar-e Sharif | 708,798 | 4% |
| Kandahar | 595,853 | 3.25% |