Sandanski Population 2026
Sandanski has a population of 28,510, making it the #35 biggest city in 🇧🇬 Bulgaria, located in Blagoevgrad. Roughly 0.4% of Bulgaria's population lives here. It is about 40× smaller than Sofia, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
28,510
Rank in Bulgaria
#35
Coordinates
41.57°N, 23.28°E
~246 m elevation · Europe/Sofia
Distance to capital (Sofia)
126 km
78 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Blagoevgrad
| City | Population | Rank in Bulgaria |
|---|---|---|
| Blagoevgrad | 67,810 | #12 |
| Petrich | 30,722 | #29 |
| Gotse Delchev | 20,522 | #43 |
Cities near Sandanski
- Petrich30,722 people · ~20 km away
- Gotse Delchev20,522 people · ~37 km away
- Blagoevgrad67,810 people · ~52 km away
- Velingrad20,286 people · ~78 km away
- Dupnitsa34,764 people · ~79 km away
- Samokov26,765 people · ~89 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sandanski?
Sandanski has a population of 28,510 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #35 biggest city in Bulgaria.
What region is Sandanski in?
Sandanski is located in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria.
Is Sandanski the capital of Bulgaria?
No, the capital of Bulgaria is Sofia, about 126 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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