Miskolc Population 2026
Miskolc has a population of 154,521, making it the #4 biggest city in 🇭🇺 Hungary, located in Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén. Roughly 1.6% of Hungary's population lives here. It is about 11× smaller than Budapest, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
154,521
Rank in Hungary
#4
Coordinates
48.10°N, 20.78°E
~127 m elevation · Europe/Budapest
Distance to capital (Budapest)
146 km
91 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén
| City | Population | Rank in Hungary |
|---|---|---|
| Kazincbarcika | 32,396 | #30 |
| Ózd | 30,056 | #39 |
| Sátoraljaújhely | 18,052 | #74 |
| Mezőkövesd | 17,701 | #77 |
| Tiszaújváros | 17,295 | #80 |
Cities near Miskolc
- Kazincbarcika32,396 people · ~20 km away
- Tiszaújváros17,295 people · ~30 km away
- Mezőkövesd17,701 people · ~35 km away
- Eger53,876 people · ~37 km away
- Ózd30,056 people · ~38 km away
- Hajdúnánás18,032 people · ~56 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Miskolc?
Miskolc has a population of 154,521 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #4 biggest city in Hungary.
What region is Miskolc in?
Miskolc is located in Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén, Hungary.
Is Miskolc 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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