Rome Population 2026 capital
Rome has a population of 2,318,895, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇮🇹 Italy, located in Lazio. Roughly 3.9% of Italy's population lives here. Rome is the capital of Italy.
Population (city proper)
2,318,895
Rank in Italy
#1
Coordinates
41.89°N, 12.51°E
~20 m elevation · Europe/Rome
Other big cities in Lazio
| City | Population | Rank in Italy |
|---|---|---|
| Acilia-Castel Fusano-Ostia Antica | 129,362 | #28 |
| Guidonia Montecelio | 89,165 | #52 |
| Lido di Ostia | 85,301 | #56 |
| Latina | 76,305 | #70 |
| Aprilia | 74,977 | #73 |
| Velletri | 52,911 | #123 |
| Nettuno | 49,873 | #135 |
| Civitavecchia | 47,543 | #142 |
Cities near Rome
- Acilia-Castel Fusano-Ostia Antica129,362 people · ~21 km away
- Guidonia Montecelio89,165 people · ~21 km away
- Lido di Ostia85,301 people · ~26 km away
- Velletri52,911 people · ~32 km away
- Aprilia74,977 people · ~35 km away
- Nettuno49,873 people · ~50 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Rome?
Rome has a population of 2,318,895 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Italy.
What region is Rome in?
Rome is located in Lazio, Italy.
Is Rome the capital of Italy?
Yes, Rome is the capital of Italy.
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.