Békéscsaba Population 2026
Békéscsaba has a population of 59,732, making it the #17 biggest city in 🇭🇺 Hungary, located in Bekes County. Roughly 0.6% of Hungary's population lives here. It is about 29× smaller than Budapest, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
59,732
Rank in Hungary
#17
Coordinates
46.68°N, 21.10°E
~87 m elevation · Europe/Budapest
Distance to capital (Budapest)
180 km
112 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bekes County
| City | Population | Rank in Hungary |
|---|---|---|
| Gyula | 32,269 | #32 |
| Orosháza | 31,373 | #36 |
| Békés | 21,198 | #58 |
| Szarvas | 18,170 | #72 |
| Gyomaendrőd | 15,194 | #88 |
Cities near Békéscsaba
FAQ
What is the population of Békéscsaba?
Békéscsaba has a population of 59,732 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #17 biggest city in Hungary.
What region is Békéscsaba in?
Békéscsaba is located in Bekes County, Hungary.
Is Békéscsaba the capital of Hungary?
No, the capital of Hungary is Budapest, about 180 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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