Homs's 2026 population is now estimated at 1,631,590. In 1950, the population of Homs was 102,285. Homs has grown by 67,990 in the last year, which represents a 4.35% 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 Homs, which typically includes Homs's population in addition to adjacent suburban areas.
| City | 2026 Pop. ↓ | Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Damascus | 2,921,710 | 4.35% |
| Aleppo | 2,560,190 | 4.99% |
| Hamah | 1,125,550 | 4.35% |
| Deir ez-Zor | 395,047 | 4.35% |