Maardu Population 2026
Maardu has a population of 16,630, making it the #7 biggest city in 🇪🇪 Estonia, located in Harjumaa. Roughly 1.2% of Estonia's population lives here. It is about 24× smaller than Tallinn, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,630
Rank in Estonia
#7
Coordinates
59.47°N, 24.98°E
~25 m elevation · Europe/Tallinn
Distance to capital (Tallinn)
13 km
8 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Harjumaa
| City | Population | Rank in Estonia |
|---|---|---|
| Tallinn | 394,024 | #1 |
Cities near Maardu
FAQ
What is the population of Maardu?
Maardu has a population of 16,630 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #7 biggest city in Estonia.
What region is Maardu in?
Maardu is located in Harjumaa, Estonia.
Is Maardu the capital of Estonia?
No, the capital of Estonia is Tallinn, about 13 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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