Svilengrad Population 2026
Svilengrad has a population of 16,959, making it the #51 biggest city in 🇧🇬 Bulgaria, located in Haskovo. Roughly 0.3% of Bulgaria's population lives here. It is about 68× smaller than Sofia, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,959
Rank in Bulgaria
#51
Coordinates
41.77°N, 26.20°E
~60 m elevation · Europe/Sofia
Distance to capital (Sofia)
258 km
160 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Haskovo
| City | Population | Rank in Bulgaria |
|---|---|---|
| Haskovo | 64,564 | #13 |
| Dimitrovgrad | 38,015 | #24 |
| Harmanli | 18,931 | #47 |
Cities near Svilengrad
- Harmanli18,931 people · ~31 km away
- Haskovo64,564 people · ~56 km away
- Dimitrovgrad38,015 people · ~59 km away
- Kardzhali44,071 people · ~70 km away
- Nova Zagora23,625 people · ~81 km away
- Yambol63,656 people · ~83 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Svilengrad?
Svilengrad has a population of 16,959 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #51 biggest city in Bulgaria.
What region is Svilengrad in?
Svilengrad is located in Haskovo, Bulgaria.
Is Svilengrad the capital of Bulgaria?
No, the capital of Bulgaria is Sofia, about 258 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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