Pavia Population 2026
Pavia has a population of 65,734, making it the #87 biggest city in 🇮🇹 Italy, located in Lombardy. Roughly 0.1% of Italy's population lives here. It is about 35× smaller than Rome, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
65,734
Rank in Italy
#87
Coordinates
45.19°N, 9.16°E
~77 m elevation · Europe/Rome
Distance to capital (Rome)
456 km
283 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 Pavia
FAQ
What is the population of Pavia?
Pavia has a population of 65,734 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #87 biggest city in Italy.
What region is Pavia in?
Pavia is located in Lombardy, Italy.
Is Pavia the capital of Italy?
No, the capital of Italy is Rome, about 456 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.