Novara Population 2026
Novara has a population of 101,916, making it the #42 biggest city in 🇮🇹 Italy, located in Piedmont. Roughly 0.2% of Italy's population lives here. It is about 23× smaller than Rome, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
101,916
Rank in Italy
#42
Coordinates
45.45°N, 8.62°E
~165 m elevation · Europe/Rome
Distance to capital (Rome)
504 km
313 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Piedmont
| City | Population | Rank in Italy |
|---|---|---|
| Turin | 847,287 | #4 |
| Alessandria | 92,104 | #49 |
| Asti | 74,348 | #74 |
| Moncalieri | 56,134 | #109 |
| Cuneo | 55,980 | #110 |
| Rivoli | 48,629 | #139 |
| Nichelino | 47,760 | #141 |
| Settimo Torinese | 47,485 | #143 |
Cities near Novara
FAQ
What is the population of Novara?
Novara has a population of 101,916 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #42 biggest city in Italy.
What region is Novara in?
Novara is located in Piedmont, Italy.
Is Novara the capital of Italy?
No, the capital of Italy is Rome, about 504 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.