Yambol Population 2026
Yambol has a population of 63,656, making it the #14 biggest city in 🇧🇬 Bulgaria, located in Yambol. Roughly 1.0% of Bulgaria's population lives here. It is about 18× smaller than Sofia, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
63,656
Rank in Bulgaria
#14
Coordinates
42.48°N, 26.50°E
~115 m elevation · Europe/Sofia
Distance to capital (Sofia)
261 km
162 miles, straight line
Cities near Yambol
- Sliven83,740 people · ~27 km away
- Nova Zagora23,625 people · ~40 km away
- Karnobat19,709 people · ~44 km away
- Aytos20,986 people · ~66 km away
- Stara Zagora121,582 people · ~71 km away
- Harmanli18,931 people · ~79 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Yambol?
Yambol has a population of 63,656 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #14 biggest city in Bulgaria.
What region is Yambol in?
Yambol is located in Yambol, Bulgaria.
Is Yambol the capital of Bulgaria?
No, the capital of Bulgaria is Sofia, about 261 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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