Molfetta Population 2026
Molfetta has a population of 59,557, making it the #100 biggest city in 🇮🇹 Italy, located in Apulia. Roughly 0.1% of Italy's population lives here. It is about 39× smaller than Rome, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
59,557
Rank in Italy
#100
Coordinates
41.20°N, 16.60°E
~15 m elevation · Europe/Rome
Distance to capital (Rome)
349 km
217 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Apulia
Cities near Molfetta
FAQ
What is the population of Molfetta?
Molfetta has a population of 59,557 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #100 biggest city in Italy.
What region is Molfetta in?
Molfetta is located in Apulia, Italy.
Is Molfetta the capital of Italy?
No, the capital of Italy is Rome, about 349 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.