Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
900K
Population
123 km2
Area
130 Mbps
Internet
935m
Elevation
UTC+03:30
Timezone
IKA (90km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Qom pulses with deep Shiite devotion, its golden-domed Hazrat-e Masumeh shrine drawing pilgrims year-round amid Iran's arid central plains. Digital nomads with visas find reliable internet in teahouses and a profound cultural immersion, though conservative dress codes shape daily life. Summers scorch while winters chill, rewarding those seeking spiritual depth over beach vibes.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Iran
Region
Southern Asia
Population
900K
Timezone
UTC+03:30
Elevation
935 m
Language
Persian (Farsi)
Airport
IKA
GPS
34.64, 50.88
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
Solid 130 Mbps internet — reliable for remote work and streaming
A mid-sized city of 900,000 people
INFRASTRUCTURE
1,792 total POIs 14.6 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
98
Cafes
54
Bars
1
Fast Food
41
Shopping
Supermarkets
87
Convenience
27
Shopping Malls
33
Healthcare
Hospitals
22
Clinics
70
Pharmacies
36
Education
Schools
91
Universities
33
Libraries
21
Recreation
Parks
341
Playgrounds
33
Sports
51
Cinemas
2
Museums
3
Theatres
2
Transport
Bus Stops
46
Train Stations
9
Fuel Stations
54
Services
Banks
91
ATMs
44
Post Offices
5
Police
26
Fire Stations
20
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
130 Mbps
Download
98 Mbps
Upload
23ms
Latency
4,583
Tests
1,736
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Apr - May
7°
J
9°
F
14°
M
20°
A
27°
M
31°
J
33°
J
31°
A
27°
S
20°
O
14°
N
9°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 20.1 C Range: 7 - 33.1 C Rain: 179 mm/year Sunshine: 3,706 h/year
CITY SCORES
70.3
Nomad Index
D
Livability
37.5
Culture
44.2
Overall
AIRPORT
IKA
Imam Khomeini International Airport
90 km from center
~135 min drive
FUN FACTS
Qom (Persian: قم; [ɢom] ) is a city in the Central District of Qom County, Qom province province, Iran, serving as capital of the province, the county, and the district.
It is the seventh largest metropolis and also the seventh largest city in Iran.
The city is 140 km (87 mi) to the south of Tehran, and on the banks of the Qom River.
André Godard has reported about an Anahita temple along the Qom River (Golshan River).
A district called Taraznahid (Nahid is her Persian name), close to Qom, is also connected to the goddess.
EXTERNAL LINKS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Qom known for?
Qom pulses with deep Shiite devotion, its golden-domed Hazrat-e Masumeh shrine drawing pilgrims year-round amid Iran's arid central plains. Digital nomads with visas find reliable internet in teahouses and a profound cultural immersion, though conservative dress codes shape daily life. Summers scorch while winters chill, rewarding those seeking spiritual depth over beach vibes.
How fast is the internet in Qom?
Qom has an average download speed of 130 Mbps and upload speed of 98 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Qom?
Qom has an average year-round temperature of approximately 20.1 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Qom?
Qom is served by IKA (Imam Khomeini International Airport), approximately 90 km from the city center.
What is the population of Qom?
The population of Qom is approximately 900K.
What infrastructure does Qom have?
Qom has 1,792 mapped points of interest, including 98 restaurants, 22 hospitals, 91 schools.
What country is Qom in?
Qom is located in Iran.
