Balykchy Population 2026
Balykchy has a population of 42,875, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan, located in Issyk-Kul. Roughly 0.6% of Kyrgyzstan's population lives here. It is about 21× smaller than Bishkek, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
42,875
Rank in Kyrgyzstan
#8
Coordinates
42.46°N, 76.19°E
~1,641 m elevation · Asia/Bishkek
Distance to capital (Bishkek)
138 km
86 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Issyk-Kul
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FAQ
What is the population of Balykchy?
Balykchy has a population of 42,875 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Kyrgyzstan.
What region is Balykchy in?
Balykchy is located in Issyk-Kul, Kyrgyzstan.
Is Balykchy the capital of Kyrgyzstan?
No, the capital of Kyrgyzstan is Bishkek, about 138 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.
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