Plovdiv Population 2026
Plovdiv has a population of 329,489, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇧🇬 Bulgaria, located in Plovdiv. Roughly 4.9% of Bulgaria's population lives here. It is about 3.5× smaller than Sofia, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
329,489
Rank in Bulgaria
#2
Coordinates
42.15°N, 24.75°E
~163 m elevation · Europe/Sofia
Distance to capital (Sofia)
132 km
82 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Plovdiv
| City | Population | Rank in Bulgaria |
|---|---|---|
| Asenovgrad | 54,778 | #17 |
| Karlovo | 30,340 | #31 |
| Parvomay | 17,000 | #50 |
| Rakovski | 15,782 | #53 |
Cities near Plovdiv
- Asenovgrad54,778 people · ~18 km away
- Rakovski15,782 people · ~23 km away
- Pazardzhik55,220 people · ~35 km away
- Parvomay17,000 people · ~39 km away
- Peshtera18,676 people · ~39 km away
- Chirpan15,109 people · ~48 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Plovdiv?
Plovdiv has a population of 329,489 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in Bulgaria.
What region is Plovdiv in?
Plovdiv is located in Plovdiv, Bulgaria.
Is Plovdiv the capital of Bulgaria?
No, the capital of Bulgaria is Sofia, about 132 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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