Kandahar's 2025 population is now estimated at 577,128. In 1950, the population of Kandahar was 82,199. Kandahar has grown by 17,779 in the last year, which represents a 3.18% 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 Kandahar, which typically includes Kandahar's population in addition to adjacent suburban areas.
| City | 2025 Pop. ↓ | Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Kabul | 4,877,020 | 3.14% |
| Herat | 752,910 | 3.97% |
| Mazar-e Sharif | 681,531 | 4.29% |