Vukovar Population 2026
Vukovar has a population of 22,255, making it the #18 biggest city in 🇭🇷 Croatia, located in Vukovar-Srijem. Roughly 0.6% of Croatia's population lives here. It is about 30× smaller than Zagreb, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,255
Rank in Croatia
#18
Coordinates
45.35°N, 19.00°E
~80 m elevation · Europe/Zagreb
Distance to capital (Zagreb)
241 km
150 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Vukovar-Srijem
| City | Population | Rank in Croatia |
|---|---|---|
| Vinkovci | 28,111 | #13 |
Cities near Vukovar
- Vinkovci28,111 people · ~17 km away
- Osijek75,535 people · ~33 km away
- Đakovo16,875 people · ~47 km away
- Liberpolis63 people · ~48 km away
- Slavonski Brod45,005 people · ~80 km away
- Požega16,867 people · ~103 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Vukovar?
Vukovar has a population of 22,255 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #18 biggest city in Croatia.
What region is Vukovar in?
Vukovar is located in Vukovar-Srijem, Croatia.
Is Vukovar the capital of Croatia?
No, the capital of Croatia is Zagreb, about 241 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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