Prague Population 2026 capital
Prague has a population of 1,165,581, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇨🇿 Czechia, located in Prague. Roughly 11% of Czechia's population lives here. Prague is the capital of Czechia.
Population (city proper)
1,165,581
Rank in Czechia
#1
Coordinates
50.09°N, 14.42°E
~202 m elevation · Europe/Prague
Other big cities in Prague
Cities near Prague
- Stodůlky60,758 people · ~9 km away
- Řepy22,461 people · ~9 km away
- Kralupy nad Vltavou17,373 people · ~19 km away
- Říčany17,143 people · ~20 km away
- Neratovice16,427 people · ~20 km away
- Brandýs nad Labem-Stará Boleslav20,313 people · ~20 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Prague?
Prague has a population of 1,165,581 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Czechia.
What region is Prague in?
Prague is located in Prague, Czechia.
Is Prague the capital of Czechia?
Yes, Prague is the capital of Czechia.
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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