Kecskemét Population 2026
Kecskemét has a population of 109,847, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇭🇺 Hungary, located in Bács-Kiskun. Roughly 1.1% of Hungary's population lives here. It is about 16× smaller than Budapest, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
109,847
Rank in Hungary
#8
Coordinates
46.91°N, 19.69°E
~120 m elevation · Europe/Budapest
Distance to capital (Budapest)
82 km
51 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bács-Kiskun
| City | Population | Rank in Hungary |
|---|---|---|
| Baja | 37,714 | #24 |
| Kiskunfélegyháza | 31,720 | #34 |
| Kiskunhalas | 29,354 | #40 |
| Kalocsa | 18,242 | #70 |
| Kiskőrös | 15,091 | #89 |
Cities near Kecskemét
FAQ
What is the population of Kecskemét?
Kecskemét has a population of 109,847 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Hungary.
What region is Kecskemét in?
Kecskemét is located in Bács-Kiskun, Hungary.
Is Kecskemét the capital of Hungary?
No, the capital of Hungary is Budapest, about 82 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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