Zvečan Population 2026
Zvečan has a population of 17,000, making it the #20 biggest city in 🇽🇰 Kosovo, located in Mitrovica. Roughly 1.0% of Kosovo's population lives here. It is about 32× smaller than Pristina, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,000
Rank in Kosovo
#20
Coordinates
42.91°N, 20.84°E
~544 m elevation · Europe/Belgrade
Distance to capital (Pristina)
37 km
23 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mitrovica
Cities near Zvečan
FAQ
What is the population of Zvečan?
Zvečan has a population of 17,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #20 biggest city in Kosovo.
What region is Zvečan in?
Zvečan is located in Mitrovica, Kosovo.
Is Zvečan the capital of Kosovo?
No, the capital of Kosovo is Pristina, about 37 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.