Alexandroupoli Population 2026
Alexandroupoli has a population of 52,979, making it the #38 biggest city in 🇬🇷 Greece, located in East Macedonia and Thrace. Roughly 0.5% of Greece's population lives here. It is about 13× smaller than Athens, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
52,979
Rank in Greece
#38
Coordinates
40.85°N, 25.88°E
~19 m elevation · Europe/Athens
Distance to capital (Athens)
368 km
229 miles, straight line
Other big cities in East Macedonia and Thrace
Cities near Alexandroupoli
FAQ
What is the population of Alexandroupoli?
Alexandroupoli has a population of 52,979 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #38 biggest city in Greece.
What region is Alexandroupoli in?
Alexandroupoli is located in East Macedonia and Thrace, Greece.
Is Alexandroupoli the capital of Greece?
No, the capital of Greece is Athens, about 368 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.