Samobor Population 2026
Samobor has a population of 16,911, making it the #21 biggest city in 🇭🇷 Croatia, located in Zagreb County. Roughly 0.4% of Croatia's population lives here. It is about 39× smaller than Zagreb, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,911
Rank in Croatia
#21
Coordinates
45.80°N, 15.72°E
~153 m elevation · Europe/Zagreb
Distance to capital (Zagreb)
20 km
12 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Zagreb County
| City | Population | Rank in Croatia |
|---|---|---|
| Velika Gorica | 30,036 | #12 |
| Zaprešić | 18,768 | #20 |
Cities near Samobor
FAQ
What is the population of Samobor?
Samobor has a population of 16,911 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #21 biggest city in Croatia.
What region is Samobor in?
Samobor is located in Zagreb County, Croatia.
Is Samobor the capital of Croatia?
No, the capital of Croatia is Zagreb, about 20 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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