Mytilene Population 2026
Mytilene has a population of 28,322, making it the #70 biggest city in 🇬🇷 Greece, located in North Aegean. Roughly 0.3% of Greece's population lives here. It is about 23× smaller than Athens, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
28,322
Rank in Greece
#70
Coordinates
39.11°N, 26.56°E
~14 m elevation · Europe/Athens
Distance to capital (Athens)
276 km
171 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Aegean
| City | Population | Rank in Greece |
|---|---|---|
| Chios | 23,953 | #81 |
Cities near Mytilene
FAQ
What is the population of Mytilene?
Mytilene has a population of 28,322 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #70 biggest city in Greece.
What region is Mytilene in?
Mytilene is located in North Aegean, Greece.
Is Mytilene the capital of Greece?
No, the capital of Greece is Athens, about 276 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.