Zaprešić Population 2026
Zaprešić has a population of 18,768, making it the #20 biggest city in 🇭🇷 Croatia, located in Zagreb County. Roughly 0.5% of Croatia's population lives here. It is about 35× smaller than Zagreb, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,768
Rank in Croatia
#20
Coordinates
45.86°N, 15.81°E
~130 m elevation · Europe/Zagreb
Distance to capital (Zagreb)
14 km
9 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Zagreb County
| City | Population | Rank in Croatia |
|---|---|---|
| Velika Gorica | 30,036 | #12 |
| Samobor | 16,911 | #21 |
Cities near Zaprešić
FAQ
What is the population of Zaprešić?
Zaprešić has a population of 18,768 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #20 biggest city in Croatia.
What region is Zaprešić in?
Zaprešić is located in Zagreb County, Croatia.
Is Zaprešić the capital of Croatia?
No, the capital of Croatia is Zagreb, about 14 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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