Zaqatala Population 2026
Zaqatala has a population of 32,171, making it the #28 biggest city in 🇦🇿 Azerbaijan, located in Zaqatala District. Roughly 0.3% of Azerbaijan's population lives here. It is about 73× smaller than Baku, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
32,171
Rank in Azerbaijan
#28
Coordinates
41.63°N, 46.64°E
~503 m elevation · Asia/Baku
Distance to capital (Baku)
306 km
190 miles, straight line
Cities near Zaqatala
FAQ
What is the population of Zaqatala?
Zaqatala has a population of 32,171 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #28 biggest city in Azerbaijan.
What region is Zaqatala in?
Zaqatala is located in Zaqatala District, Azerbaijan.
Is Zaqatala the capital of Azerbaijan?
No, the capital of Azerbaijan is Baku, about 306 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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