Sofia Population 2026 capital

Sofia has a population of 1,152,556, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇧🇬 Bulgaria, located in Sofia-Capital. Roughly 17% of Bulgaria's population lives here. Sofia is the capital of Bulgaria.

Location of Sofia. Boundaries: Natural Earth.

Population (city proper)

1,152,556

Rank in Bulgaria

Coordinates

42.70°N, 23.32°E

~562 m elevation · Europe/Sofia

Cities near Sofia

Pernik82,467 people · ~26 km away
Samokov26,765 people · ~44 km away
Botevgrad20,909 people · ~45 km away
Dupnitsa34,764 people · ~51 km away
Vratsa49,569 people · ~60 km away
Berkovitsa15,027 people · ~62 km away

FAQ

What is the population of Sofia?

Sofia has a population of 1,152,556 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Bulgaria.

What region is Sofia in?

Sofia is located in Sofia-Capital, Bulgaria.

Is Sofia the capital of Bulgaria?

Yes, Sofia is the capital of Bulgaria.

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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