Osijek Population 2026
Osijek has a population of 75,535, making it the #4 biggest city in 🇭🇷 Croatia, located in County of Osijek-Baranja. Roughly 2.0% of Croatia's population lives here. It is about 8.8× smaller than Zagreb, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
75,535
Rank in Croatia
#4
Coordinates
45.55°N, 18.69°E
~87 m elevation · Europe/Zagreb
Distance to capital (Zagreb)
213 km
132 miles, straight line
Other big cities in County of Osijek-Baranja
| City | Population | Rank in Croatia |
|---|---|---|
| Đakovo | 16,875 | #22 |
| Liberpolis | 63 | #25 |
Cities near Osijek
- Liberpolis63 people · ~29 km away
- Vinkovci28,111 people · ~30 km away
- Vukovar22,255 people · ~33 km away
- Đakovo16,875 people · ~35 km away
- Slavonski Brod45,005 people · ~68 km away
- Požega16,867 people · ~82 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Osijek?
Osijek has a population of 75,535 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #4 biggest city in Croatia.
What region is Osijek in?
Osijek is located in County of Osijek-Baranja, Croatia.
Is Osijek the capital of Croatia?
No, the capital of Croatia is Zagreb, about 213 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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