Nyíregyháza Population 2026
Nyíregyháza has a population of 117,689, making it the #7 biggest city in 🇭🇺 Hungary, located in Szabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg. Roughly 1.2% of Hungary's population lives here. It is about 15× smaller than Budapest, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
117,689
Rank in Hungary
#7
Coordinates
47.96°N, 21.72°E
~111 m elevation · Europe/Budapest
Distance to capital (Budapest)
207 km
129 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Szabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg
| City | Population | Rank in Hungary |
|---|---|---|
| Mátészalka | 18,718 | #67 |
| Kisvárda | 18,190 | #71 |
Cities near Nyíregyháza
- Hajdúnánás18,032 people · ~24 km away
- Hajdúböszörmény31,957 people · ~35 km away
- Kisvárda18,190 people · ~40 km away
- Mátészalka18,718 people · ~45 km away
- Balmazújváros18,012 people · ~47 km away
- Tiszaújváros17,295 people · ~47 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Nyíregyháza?
Nyíregyháza has a population of 117,689 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #7 biggest city in Hungary.
What region is Nyíregyháza in?
Nyíregyháza is located in Szabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg, Hungary.
Is Nyíregyháza the capital of Hungary?
No, the capital of Hungary is Budapest, about 207 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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