Sliven Population 2026
Sliven has a population of 83,740, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇧🇬 Bulgaria, located in Sliven. Roughly 1.3% of Bulgaria's population lives here. It is about 14× smaller than Sofia, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
83,740
Rank in Bulgaria
#8
Coordinates
42.69°N, 26.33°E
~281 m elevation · Europe/Sofia
Distance to capital (Sofia)
245 km
152 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sliven
| City | Population | Rank in Bulgaria |
|---|---|---|
| Nova Zagora | 23,625 | #39 |
Cities near Sliven
- Yambol63,656 people · ~27 km away
- Nova Zagora23,625 people · ~34 km away
- Karnobat19,709 people · ~54 km away
- Stara Zagora121,582 people · ~63 km away
- Targovishte34,793 people · ~66 km away
- Gorna Oryahovitsa32,792 people · ~71 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sliven?
Sliven has a population of 83,740 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Bulgaria.
What region is Sliven in?
Sliven is located in Sliven, Bulgaria.
Is Sliven the capital of Bulgaria?
No, the capital of Bulgaria is Sofia, about 245 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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