Pazardzhik Population 2026
Pazardzhik has a population of 55,220, making it the #16 biggest city in 🇧🇬 Bulgaria, located in Pazardzhik. Roughly 0.8% of Bulgaria's population lives here. It is about 21× smaller than Sofia, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
55,220
Rank in Bulgaria
#16
Coordinates
42.20°N, 24.33°E
~213 m elevation · Europe/Sofia
Distance to capital (Sofia)
100 km
62 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Pazardzhik
| City | Population | Rank in Bulgaria |
|---|---|---|
| Velingrad | 20,286 | #44 |
| Panagyurishte | 19,389 | #46 |
| Peshtera | 18,676 | #48 |
Cities near Pazardzhik
- Peshtera18,676 people · ~19 km away
- Velingrad20,286 people · ~34 km away
- Plovdiv329,489 people · ~35 km away
- Panagyurishte19,389 people · ~35 km away
- Asenovgrad54,778 people · ~48 km away
- Rakovski15,782 people · ~53 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Pazardzhik?
Pazardzhik has a population of 55,220 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #16 biggest city in Bulgaria.
What region is Pazardzhik in?
Pazardzhik is located in Pazardzhik, Bulgaria.
Is Pazardzhik the capital of Bulgaria?
No, the capital of Bulgaria is Sofia, about 100 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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