Karaj, Alborz
Karaj: Situated west of Tehran at the foot of the Alborz Mountains, this major Iranian city serves as a significant industrial and agricultural center.
About
Quick Facts about Karaj
| Population | 1,592,492 |
| Country | Iran |
| State | Alborz (Iran) |
| Phone Area Codes | 026 |
| Area | 162 km2 |
| Official name | کرج |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.8327,50.9916 |
| Official language | Persian |
| Altitude | 4,304 feet / 1312 meters |
| Capital city | Karaj is capital of Alborz Province, Karaj County |
| Time Zone | UTC+03:30 |
| Local time | 15:49:16 (23rd April 2026) |
Geography
Karaj is located at 35°49'58"N 50°59'30"E (35.8326600, 50.9915500).
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Official WebsiteDemographics
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | 275,100 | - | census |
| 1991 | 442,387 | 37.81% | census |
| 1996 | 940,968 | 52.99% | census |
| 2006 | 1,386,030 | 32.11% | census |
| 2011 | 1,614,626 | 14.16% | census |
| 2016 | 1,592,492 | -1.39% | census |
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