Burgas Population 2026
Burgas has a population of 210,646, making it the #4 biggest city in 🇧🇬 Bulgaria, located in Burgas. Roughly 3.2% of Bulgaria's population lives here. It is about 5.5× smaller than Sofia, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
210,646
Rank in Bulgaria
#4
Coordinates
42.51°N, 27.47°E
~36 m elevation · Europe/Sofia
Distance to capital (Sofia)
340 km
211 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Burgas?
Burgas has a population of 210,646 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #4 biggest city in Bulgaria.
What region is Burgas in?
Burgas is located in Burgas, Bulgaria.
Is Burgas the capital of Bulgaria?
No, the capital of Bulgaria is Sofia, about 340 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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