Sopron Population 2026
Sopron has a population of 62,246, making it the #15 biggest city in 🇭🇺 Hungary, located in Győr-Moson-Sopron. Roughly 0.6% of Hungary's population lives here. It is about 28× smaller than Budapest, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
62,246
Rank in Hungary
#15
Coordinates
47.69°N, 16.59°E
~217 m elevation · Europe/Budapest
Distance to capital (Budapest)
185 km
115 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Győr-Moson-Sopron
| City | Population | Rank in Hungary |
|---|---|---|
| Győr | 129,301 | #6 |
| Mosonmagyaróvár | 30,359 | #37 |
Cities near Sopron
- Szombathely78,025 people · ~51 km away
- Sárvár15,343 people · ~54 km away
- Mosonmagyaróvár30,359 people · ~55 km away
- Pápa32,990 people · ~77 km away
- Győr129,301 people · ~78 km away
- Zalaegerszeg61,898 people · ~96 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sopron?
Sopron has a population of 62,246 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #15 biggest city in Hungary.
What region is Sopron in?
Sopron is located in Győr-Moson-Sopron, Hungary.
Is Sopron the capital of Hungary?
No, the capital of Hungary is Budapest, about 185 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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