Naxçıvan Population 2026
Naxçıvan has a population of 97,200, making it the #7 biggest city in 🇦🇿 Azerbaijan, located in Nakhchivan. Roughly 0.9% of Azerbaijan's population lives here. It is about 24× smaller than Baku, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
97,200
Rank in Azerbaijan
#7
Coordinates
39.21°N, 45.41°E
~887 m elevation · Asia/Baku
Distance to capital (Baku)
404 km
251 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Nakhchivan
| City | Population | Rank in Azerbaijan |
|---|---|---|
| Nehram | 17,200 | #58 |
Cities near Naxçıvan
FAQ
What is the population of Naxçıvan?
Naxçıvan has a population of 97,200 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #7 biggest city in Azerbaijan.
What region is Naxçıvan in?
Naxçıvan is located in Nakhchivan, Azerbaijan.
Is Naxçıvan the capital of Azerbaijan?
No, the capital of Azerbaijan is Baku, about 404 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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