Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
483K
Population
41 Mbps
Internet
60m
Elevation
UTC+03:00
Timezone
OVERVIEW
Najaf is a city in Iraq with a population of 483K. Internet speeds average 41 Mbps download. The city has 6,003 mapped points of interest.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Iraq
Region
Western Asia
Population
483K
Timezone
UTC+03:00
Elevation
60 m
Currency
IQD
Language
Arabic
GPS
32.03, 44.35
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Food
1,076 restaurants mapped in Najaf
Tech
Internet at 41 Mbps — plan for offline work or find coworking spaces
A mid-sized city of 482,576 people
INFRASTRUCTURE
6,003 total POIs
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
1,076
Cafes
580
Bars
11
Fast Food
38
Shopping
Supermarkets
1,392
Convenience
138
Shopping Malls
145
Healthcare
Hospitals
67
Clinics
444
Pharmacies
66
Education
Schools
568
Universities
56
Libraries
29
Recreation
Parks
202
Playgrounds
11
Sports
34
Cinemas
1
Museums
1
Theatres
1
Transport
Bus Stops
24
Train Stations
5
Fuel Stations
48
Services
Banks
84
ATMs
19
Post Offices
8
Police
41
Fire Stations
3
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
41 Mbps
Download
38 Mbps
Upload
72ms
Latency
12,420
Tests
3,588
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Najaf known for?
Najaf is a city in Iraq. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Najaf?
Najaf has an average download speed of 41 Mbps and upload speed of 38 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the population of Najaf?
The population of Najaf is approximately 483K.
What infrastructure does Najaf have?
Najaf has 6,003 mapped points of interest, including 1,076 restaurants, 67 hospitals, 568 schools.
What country is Najaf in?
Najaf is located in Iraq.
