Matera Population 2026
Matera has a population of 60,403, making it the #97 biggest city in 🇮🇹 Italy, located in Basilicate. Roughly 0.1% of Italy's population lives here. It is about 38× smaller than Rome, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
60,403
Rank in Italy
#97
Coordinates
40.67°N, 16.60°E
~401 m elevation · Europe/Rome
Distance to capital (Rome)
368 km
229 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Basilicate
| City | Population | Rank in Italy |
|---|---|---|
| Potenza | 56,433 | #108 |
Cities near Matera
FAQ
What is the population of Matera?
Matera has a population of 60,403 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #97 biggest city in Italy.
What region is Matera in?
Matera is located in Basilicate, Italy.
Is Matera the capital of Italy?
No, the capital of Italy is Rome, about 368 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.