Cognac Population 2026
Cognac has a population of 20,868, making it the #428 biggest city in 🇫🇷 France, located in New Aquitaine. It is about 102× smaller than Paris, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,868
Rank in France
#428
Coordinates
45.70°N, 0.33°W
~28 m elevation · Europe/Paris
Distance to capital (Paris)
405 km
252 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Aquitaine
Cities near Cognac
FAQ
What is the population of Cognac?
Cognac has a population of 20,868 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #428 biggest city in France.
What region is Cognac in?
Cognac is located in New Aquitaine, France.
Is Cognac the capital of France?
No, the capital of France is Paris, about 405 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.