Lecco Population 2026
Lecco has a population of 46,580, making it the #149 biggest city in 🇮🇹 Italy, located in Lombardy. Roughly 0.1% of Italy's population lives here. It is about 50× smaller than Rome, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
46,580
Rank in Italy
#149
Coordinates
45.86°N, 9.40°E
~214 m elevation · Europe/Rome
Distance to capital (Rome)
506 km
314 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Lombardy
| City | Population | Rank in Italy |
|---|---|---|
| Milan | 1,371,498 | #2 |
| Brescia | 200,423 | #15 |
| Monza | 124,398 | #30 |
| Bergamo | 121,200 | #32 |
| Como | 84,808 | #57 |
| Busto Arsizio | 83,405 | #58 |
| Sesto San Giovanni | 81,822 | #59 |
| Varese | 80,588 | #64 |
Cities near Lecco
FAQ
What is the population of Lecco?
Lecco has a population of 46,580 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #149 biggest city in Italy.
What region is Lecco in?
Lecco is located in Lombardy, Italy.
Is Lecco the capital of Italy?
No, the capital of Italy is Rome, about 506 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.