Keszthely Population 2026
Keszthely has a population of 19,652, making it the #63 biggest city in 🇭🇺 Hungary, located in Zala County. Roughly 0.2% of Hungary's population lives here. It is about 89× smaller than Budapest, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,652
Rank in Hungary
#63
Coordinates
46.77°N, 17.24°E
~128 m elevation · Europe/Budapest
Distance to capital (Budapest)
158 km
98 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Zala County
| City | Population | Rank in Hungary |
|---|---|---|
| Zalaegerszeg | 61,898 | #16 |
| Nagykanizsa | 47,349 | #21 |
Cities near Keszthely
- Tapolca17,598 people · ~20 km away
- Zalaegerszeg61,898 people · ~31 km away
- Nagykanizsa47,349 people · ~40 km away
- Ajka31,407 people · ~44 km away
- Sárvár15,343 people · ~59 km away
- Kaposvár64,280 people · ~62 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Keszthely?
Keszthely has a population of 19,652 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #63 biggest city in Hungary.
What region is Keszthely in?
Keszthely is located in Zala County, Hungary.
Is Keszthely the capital of Hungary?
No, the capital of Hungary is Budapest, about 158 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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