Piacenza Population 2026
Piacenza has a population of 103,607, making it the #41 biggest city in 🇮🇹 Italy, located in Emilia-Romagna. Roughly 0.2% of Italy's population lives here. It is about 22× smaller than Rome, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
103,607
Rank in Italy
#41
Coordinates
45.05°N, 9.69°E
~61 m elevation · Europe/Rome
Distance to capital (Rome)
419 km
260 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Emilia-Romagna
Cities near Piacenza
FAQ
What is the population of Piacenza?
Piacenza has a population of 103,607 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #41 biggest city in Italy.
What region is Piacenza in?
Piacenza is located in Emilia-Romagna, Italy.
Is Piacenza the capital of Italy?
No, the capital of Italy is Rome, about 419 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.