Pejë Population 2026
Pejë has a population of 48,962, making it the #10 biggest city in 🇽🇰 Kosovo, located in Pec. Roughly 2.9% of Kosovo's population lives here. It is about 11× smaller than Pristina, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
48,962
Rank in Kosovo
#10
Coordinates
42.66°N, 20.29°E
~550 m elevation · Europe/Belgrade
Distance to capital (Pristina)
72 km
45 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Pec
| City | Population | Rank in Kosovo |
|---|---|---|
| Istok | 40,000 | #12 |
Cities near Pejë
FAQ
What is the population of Pejë?
Pejë has a population of 48,962 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #10 biggest city in Kosovo.
What region is Pejë in?
Pejë is located in Pec, Kosovo.
Is Pejë the capital of Kosovo?
No, the capital of Kosovo is Pristina, about 72 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.