Baja Population 2026
Baja has a population of 37,714, making it the #24 biggest city in 🇭🇺 Hungary, located in Bács-Kiskun. Roughly 0.4% of Hungary's population lives here. It is about 46× smaller than Budapest, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
37,714
Rank in Hungary
#24
Coordinates
46.18°N, 18.95°E
~96 m elevation · Europe/Budapest
Distance to capital (Budapest)
146 km
91 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bács-Kiskun
| City | Population | Rank in Hungary |
|---|---|---|
| Kecskemét | 109,847 | #8 |
| Kiskunfélegyháza | 31,720 | #34 |
| Kiskunhalas | 29,354 | #40 |
| Kalocsa | 18,242 | #70 |
| Kiskőrös | 15,091 | #89 |
Cities near Baja
FAQ
What is the population of Baja?
Baja has a population of 37,714 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #24 biggest city in Hungary.
What region is Baja in?
Baja is located in Bács-Kiskun, Hungary.
Is Baja the capital of Hungary?
No, the capital of Hungary is Budapest, about 146 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.
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