Salerno Population 2026
Salerno has a population of 125,797, making it the #29 biggest city in 🇮🇹 Italy, located in Campania. Roughly 0.2% of Italy's population lives here. It is about 18× smaller than Rome, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
125,797
Rank in Italy
#29
Coordinates
40.68°N, 14.79°E
~4 m elevation · Europe/Rome
Distance to capital (Rome)
234 km
145 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Campania
| City | Population | Rank in Italy |
|---|---|---|
| Naples | 909,048 | #3 |
| Torre del Greco | 85,332 | #55 |
| Pozzuoli | 81,231 | #61 |
| Giugliano in Campania | 80,269 | #65 |
| Fuorigrotta | 76,521 | #69 |
| Casoria | 73,918 | #76 |
| Caserta | 72,844 | #78 |
| Castellammare di Stabia | 66,164 | #86 |
Cities near Salerno
- Cava Dè Tirreni53,130 people · ~8 km away
- Nocera Inferiore45,608 people · ~15 km away
- Battipaglia47,104 people · ~18 km away
- Scafati48,702 people · ~24 km away
- Castellammare di Stabia66,164 people · ~26 km away
- Avellino48,104 people · ~27 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Salerno?
Salerno has a population of 125,797 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #29 biggest city in Italy.
What region is Salerno in?
Salerno is located in Campania, Italy.
Is Salerno the capital of Italy?
No, the capital of Italy is Rome, about 234 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.