Jūrmala Population 2026
Jūrmala has a population of 52,001, making it the #5 biggest city in 🇱🇻 Latvia, located in Jūrmala. Roughly 2.8% of Latvia's population lives here. It is about 14× smaller than Riga, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
52,001
Rank in Latvia
#5
Coordinates
56.97°N, 23.77°E
~6 m elevation · Europe/Riga
Distance to capital (Riga)
20 km
12 miles, straight line
Cities near Jūrmala
FAQ
What is the population of Jūrmala?
Jūrmala has a population of 52,001 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #5 biggest city in Latvia.
What region is Jūrmala in?
Jūrmala is located in Jūrmala, Latvia.
Is Jūrmala the capital of Latvia?
No, the capital of Latvia is Riga, about 20 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.