Stara Zagora Population 2026
Stara Zagora has a population of 121,582, making it the #5 biggest city in 🇧🇬 Bulgaria, located in Stara Zagora. Roughly 1.8% of Bulgaria's population lives here. It is about 9.5× smaller than Sofia, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
121,582
Rank in Bulgaria
#5
Coordinates
42.43°N, 25.64°E
~205 m elevation · Europe/Sofia
Distance to capital (Sofia)
192 km
119 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Stara Zagora
Cities near Stara Zagora
- Kazanlak47,918 people · ~29 km away
- Nova Zagora23,625 people · ~31 km away
- Chirpan15,109 people · ~36 km away
- Dimitrovgrad38,015 people · ~43 km away
- Parvomay17,000 people · ~51 km away
- Haskovo64,564 people · ~56 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Stara Zagora?
Stara Zagora has a population of 121,582 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #5 biggest city in Bulgaria.
What region is Stara Zagora in?
Stara Zagora is located in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria.
Is Stara Zagora the capital of Bulgaria?
No, the capital of Bulgaria is Sofia, about 192 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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