Peqin Population 2026
Peqin has a population of 16,580, making it the #23 biggest city in 🇦🇱 Albania, located in Elbasan County. Roughly 0.6% of Albania's population lives here. It is about 25× smaller than Tirana, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,580
Rank in Albania
#23
Coordinates
41.05°N, 19.75°E
~52 m elevation · Europe/Tirane
Distance to capital (Tirana)
32 km
20 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Peqin?
Peqin has a population of 16,580 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #23 biggest city in Albania.
What region is Peqin in?
Peqin is located in Elbasan County, Albania.
Is Peqin the capital of Albania?
No, the capital of Albania is Tirana, about 32 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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