Cēsis Population 2026
Cēsis has a population of 15,020, making it the #14 biggest city in 🇱🇻 Latvia, located in Cēsis Municipality. Roughly 0.8% of Latvia's population lives here. It is about 49× smaller than Riga, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,020
Rank in Latvia
#14
Coordinates
57.31°N, 25.27°E
~102 m elevation · Europe/Riga
Distance to capital (Riga)
81 km
50 miles, straight line
Cities near Cēsis
FAQ
What is the population of Cēsis?
Cēsis has a population of 15,020 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #14 biggest city in Latvia.
What region is Cēsis in?
Cēsis is located in Cēsis Municipality, Latvia.
Is Cēsis the capital of Latvia?
No, the capital of Latvia is Riga, about 81 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.