ISLAMABAD – June 9, 2025: Karachi Remains Pakistan’s Largest City by Population, Lahore Second: Economic Survey ReportAccording to the latest Economic Survey report, Karachi continues to be the most populous city in Pakistan, with its population reaching approximately 18.87 million.
Lahore has secured the position of the second-largest city in the country, with a population of around 13 million, the report reveals.
Faisalabad ranks third with a population of 3.6 million, followed closely by Rawalpindi in fourth place, housing approximately 3.3 million residents.
Gujranwala is the fifth-largest city, with a total population of 2.67 million, while Multan stands sixth with over 2.2 million inhabitants.
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Hyderabad holds the seventh position with a population exceeding 1.9 million, nearly matching Peshawar’s population, which is also around 1.9 million.
Quetta’s population is reported to be about 1.5 million, and Islamabad’s population is approximately 1.1 million, according to the Economic Survey.
This data highlights the ongoing urban population growth in Pakistan’s major cities and underscores the importance of urban planning and infrastructure development to accommodate the rising number of residents.
