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% |