Kapan Population 2026
Kapan has a population of 32,900, making it the #7 biggest city in 🇦🇲 Armenia, located in Syunik. Roughly 1.1% of Armenia's population lives here. It is about 35× smaller than Yerevan, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
32,900
Rank in Armenia
#7
Coordinates
39.21°N, 46.41°E
~774 m elevation · Asia/Yerevan
Distance to capital (Yerevan)
195 km
121 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Syunik
| City | Population | Rank in Armenia |
|---|---|---|
| Goris | 17,592 | #18 |
Cities near Kapan
FAQ
What is the population of Kapan?
Kapan has a population of 32,900 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #7 biggest city in Armenia.
What region is Kapan in?
Kapan is located in Syunik, Armenia.
Is Kapan the capital of Armenia?
No, the capital of Armenia is Yerevan, about 195 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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