Istok Population 2026
Istok has a population of 40,000, making it the #12 biggest city in 🇽🇰 Kosovo, located in Pec. Roughly 2.4% of Kosovo's population lives here. It is about 14× smaller than Pristina, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
40,000
Rank in Kosovo
#12
Coordinates
42.78°N, 20.49°E
~465 m elevation · Europe/Belgrade
Distance to capital (Pristina)
57 km
35 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Pec
| City | Population | Rank in Kosovo |
|---|---|---|
| Pejë | 48,962 | #10 |
Cities near Istok
FAQ
What is the population of Istok?
Istok has a population of 40,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #12 biggest city in Kosovo.
What region is Istok in?
Istok is located in Pec, Kosovo.
Is Istok the capital of Kosovo?
No, the capital of Kosovo is Pristina, about 57 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.