Zalaegerszeg Population 2026
Zalaegerszeg has a population of 61,898, making it the #16 biggest city in 🇭🇺 Hungary, located in Zala County. Roughly 0.6% of Hungary's population lives here. It is about 28× smaller than Budapest, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
61,898
Rank in Hungary
#16
Coordinates
46.84°N, 16.84°E
~167 m elevation · Europe/Budapest
Distance to capital (Budapest)
182 km
113 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Zala County
| City | Population | Rank in Hungary |
|---|---|---|
| Nagykanizsa | 47,349 | #21 |
| Keszthely | 19,652 | #63 |
Cities near Zalaegerszeg
- Keszthely19,652 people · ~31 km away
- Nagykanizsa47,349 people · ~44 km away
- Tapolca17,598 people · ~46 km away
- Sárvár15,343 people · ~47 km away
- Szombathely78,025 people · ~47 km away
- Ajka31,407 people · ~62 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Zalaegerszeg?
Zalaegerszeg has a population of 61,898 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #16 biggest city in Hungary.
What region is Zalaegerszeg in?
Zalaegerszeg is located in Zala County, Hungary.
Is Zalaegerszeg the capital of Hungary?
No, the capital of Hungary is Budapest, about 182 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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