Sparta Population 2026
Sparta has a population of 16,239, making it the #108 biggest city in 🇬🇷 Greece, located in Peloponnese. Roughly 0.2% of Greece's population lives here. It is about 41× smaller than Athens, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,239
Rank in Greece
#108
Coordinates
37.07°N, 22.43°E
~206 m elevation · Europe/Athens
Distance to capital (Athens)
153 km
95 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Peloponnese
Cities near Sparta
FAQ
What is the population of Sparta?
Sparta has a population of 16,239 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #108 biggest city in Greece.
What region is Sparta in?
Sparta is located in Peloponnese, Greece.
Is Sparta the capital of Greece?
No, the capital of Greece is Athens, about 153 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.