Vitebsk Population 2026
Vitebsk has a population of 358,395, making it the #4 biggest city in 🇧🇾 Belarus, located in Vitebsk. Roughly 4.0% of Belarus's population lives here. It is about 4.9× smaller than Minsk, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
358,395
Rank in Belarus
#4
Coordinates
55.19°N, 30.20°E
~150 m elevation · Europe/Minsk
Distance to capital (Minsk)
223 km
138 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Vitebsk?
Vitebsk has a population of 358,395 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #4 biggest city in Belarus.
What region is Vitebsk in?
Vitebsk is located in Vitebsk, Belarus.
Is Vitebsk the capital of Belarus?
No, the capital of Belarus is Minsk, about 223 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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