Pärnu Population 2026
Pärnu has a population of 40,228, making it the #4 biggest city in 🇪🇪 Estonia, located in Pärnumaa. Roughly 3.0% of Estonia's population lives here. It is about 9.8× smaller than Tallinn, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
40,228
Rank in Estonia
#4
Coordinates
58.39°N, 24.50°E
~6 m elevation · Europe/Tallinn
Distance to capital (Tallinn)
118 km
73 miles, straight line
Cities near Pärnu
FAQ
What is the population of Pärnu?
Pärnu has a population of 40,228 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #4 biggest city in Estonia.
What region is Pärnu in?
Pärnu is located in Pärnumaa, Estonia.
Is Pärnu the capital of Estonia?
No, the capital of Estonia is Tallinn, about 118 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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