Čakovec Population 2026
Čakovec has a population of 15,078, making it the #24 biggest city in 🇭🇷 Croatia, located in Međimurje. Roughly 0.4% of Croatia's population lives here. It is about 44× smaller than Zagreb, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,078
Rank in Croatia
#24
Coordinates
46.38°N, 16.43°E
~162 m elevation · Europe/Zagreb
Distance to capital (Zagreb)
72 km
45 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Čakovec?
Čakovec has a population of 15,078 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #24 biggest city in Croatia.
What region is Čakovec in?
Čakovec is located in Međimurje, Croatia.
Is Čakovec the capital of Croatia?
No, the capital of Croatia is Zagreb, about 72 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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