Kateríni Population 2026
Kateríni has a population of 53,293, making it the #37 biggest city in 🇬🇷 Greece, located in Central Macedonia. Roughly 0.5% of Greece's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Athens, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
53,293
Rank in Greece
#37
Coordinates
40.27°N, 22.51°E
~40 m elevation · Europe/Athens
Distance to capital (Athens)
275 km
171 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Central Macedonia
| City | Population | Rank in Greece |
|---|---|---|
| Thessaloníki | 317,778 | #2 |
| Sérres | 58,287 | #32 |
| Véroia | 44,464 | #48 |
| Lagkadás | 37,022 | #51 |
| Chalkidóna | 30,030 | #65 |
| Giannitsá | 27,817 | #71 |
| Neapoli | 25,822 | #75 |
| Kilkís | 22,914 | #83 |
Cities near Kateríni
- Véroia44,464 people · ~38 km away
- Chalkidóna30,030 people · ~52 km away
- Náousa19,887 people · ~55 km away
- Thessaloníki317,778 people · ~55 km away
- Neapoli25,822 people · ~56 km away
- Giannitsá27,817 people · ~59 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kateríni?
Kateríni has a population of 53,293 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #37 biggest city in Greece.
What region is Kateríni in?
Kateríni is located in Central Macedonia, Greece.
Is Kateríni the capital of Greece?
No, the capital of Greece is Athens, about 275 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.