Debrecen Population 2026
Debrecen has a population of 202,402, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇭🇺 Hungary, located in Hajdú-Bihar. Roughly 2.1% of Hungary's population lives here. It is about 8.6× smaller than Budapest, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
202,402
Rank in Hungary
#2
Coordinates
47.53°N, 21.62°E
~124 m elevation · Europe/Budapest
Distance to capital (Budapest)
194 km
120 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hajdú-Bihar
| City | Population | Rank in Hungary |
|---|---|---|
| Hajdúböszörmény | 31,957 | #33 |
| Hajdúszoboszló | 23,781 | #48 |
| Hajdúnánás | 18,032 | #75 |
| Balmazújváros | 18,012 | #76 |
| Püspökladány | 15,990 | #85 |
Cities near Debrecen
- Hajdúböszörmény31,957 people · ~17 km away
- Hajdúszoboszló23,781 people · ~19 km away
- Balmazújváros18,012 people · ~23 km away
- Hajdúnánás18,032 people · ~38 km away
- Püspökladány15,990 people · ~45 km away
- Nyíregyháza117,689 people · ~48 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Debrecen?
Debrecen has a population of 202,402 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in Hungary.
What region is Debrecen in?
Debrecen is located in Hajdú-Bihar, Hungary.
Is Debrecen the capital of Hungary?
No, the capital of Hungary is Budapest, about 194 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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