Peshtera Population 2026
Peshtera has a population of 18,676, making it the #48 biggest city in 🇧🇬 Bulgaria, located in Pazardzhik. Roughly 0.3% of Bulgaria's population lives here. It is about 62× smaller than Sofia, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,676
Rank in Bulgaria
#48
Coordinates
42.03°N, 24.30°E
~440 m elevation · Europe/Sofia
Distance to capital (Sofia)
109 km
68 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Pazardzhik
| City | Population | Rank in Bulgaria |
|---|---|---|
| Pazardzhik | 55,220 | #16 |
| Velingrad | 20,286 | #44 |
| Panagyurishte | 19,389 | #46 |
Cities near Peshtera
- Pazardzhik55,220 people · ~19 km away
- Velingrad20,286 people · ~25 km away
- Plovdiv329,489 people · ~39 km away
- Asenovgrad54,778 people · ~47 km away
- Panagyurishte19,389 people · ~52 km away
- Smolyan30,689 people · ~61 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Peshtera?
Peshtera has a population of 18,676 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #48 biggest city in Bulgaria.
What region is Peshtera in?
Peshtera is located in Pazardzhik, Bulgaria.
Is Peshtera the capital of Bulgaria?
No, the capital of Bulgaria is Sofia, about 109 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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