Deçan Population 2026
Deçan has a population of 50,500, making it the #9 biggest city in 🇽🇰 Kosovo, located in Gjakova. Roughly 3.0% of Kosovo's population lives here. It is about 11× smaller than Pristina, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
50,500
Rank in Kosovo
#9
Coordinates
42.54°N, 20.29°E
~612 m elevation · Europe/Belgrade
Distance to capital (Pristina)
73 km
45 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Gjakova
Cities near Deçan
FAQ
What is the population of Deçan?
Deçan has a population of 50,500 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #9 biggest city in Kosovo.
What region is Deçan in?
Deçan is located in Gjakova, Kosovo.
Is Deçan the capital of Kosovo?
No, the capital of Kosovo is Pristina, about 73 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.