Rēzekne Population 2026
Rēzekne has a population of 26,429, making it the #7 biggest city in 🇱🇻 Latvia, located in Rēzekne. Roughly 1.4% of Latvia's population lives here. It is about 28× smaller than Riga, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,429
Rank in Latvia
#7
Coordinates
56.51°N, 27.34°E
~156 m elevation · Europe/Riga
Distance to capital (Riga)
203 km
126 miles, straight line
Cities near Rēzekne
FAQ
What is the population of Rēzekne?
Rēzekne has a population of 26,429 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #7 biggest city in Latvia.
What region is Rēzekne in?
Rēzekne is located in Rēzekne, Latvia.
Is Rēzekne the capital of Latvia?
No, the capital of Latvia is Riga, about 203 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.