Pessac Population 2026
Pessac has a population of 57,944, making it the #89 biggest city in 🇫🇷 France, located in New Aquitaine. Roughly 0.1% of France's population lives here. It is about 37× smaller than Paris, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
57,944
Rank in France
#89
Coordinates
44.81°N, 0.63°W
~37 m elevation · Europe/Paris
Distance to capital (Paris)
504 km
313 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Aquitaine
| City | Population | Rank in France |
|---|---|---|
| Bordeaux | 265,328 | #9 |
| Limoges | 141,176 | #30 |
| Poitiers | 85,960 | #50 |
| Pau | 82,697 | #54 |
| La Rochelle | 76,810 | #58 |
| Mérignac | 69,791 | #68 |
| Niort | 54,660 | #96 |
| Brive-la-Gaillarde | 53,466 | #104 |
Cities near Pessac
FAQ
What is the population of Pessac?
Pessac has a population of 57,944 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #89 biggest city in France.
What region is Pessac in?
Pessac is located in New Aquitaine, France.
Is Pessac the capital of France?
No, the capital of France is Paris, about 504 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.