Vinkovci Population 2026
Vinkovci has a population of 28,111, making it the #13 biggest city in 🇭🇷 Croatia, located in Vukovar-Srijem. Roughly 0.7% of Croatia's population lives here. It is about 24× smaller than Zagreb, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
28,111
Rank in Croatia
#13
Coordinates
45.29°N, 18.80°E
~91 m elevation · Europe/Zagreb
Distance to capital (Zagreb)
228 km
142 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Vukovar-Srijem
| City | Population | Rank in Croatia |
|---|---|---|
| Vukovar | 22,255 | #18 |
Cities near Vinkovci
- Vukovar22,255 people · ~17 km away
- Osijek75,535 people · ~30 km away
- Đakovo16,875 people · ~31 km away
- Liberpolis63 people · ~54 km away
- Slavonski Brod45,005 people · ~63 km away
- Požega16,867 people · ~88 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Vinkovci?
Vinkovci has a population of 28,111 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #13 biggest city in Croatia.
What region is Vinkovci in?
Vinkovci is located in Vukovar-Srijem, Croatia.
Is Vinkovci the capital of Croatia?
No, the capital of Croatia is Zagreb, about 228 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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