Salaspils Population 2026
Salaspils has a population of 17,826, making it the #12 biggest city in 🇱🇻 Latvia, located in Salaspils Municipality. Roughly 1.0% of Latvia's population lives here. It is about 42× smaller than Riga, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,826
Rank in Latvia
#12
Coordinates
56.86°N, 24.37°E
~21 m elevation · Europe/Riga
Distance to capital (Riga)
18 km
11 miles, straight line
Cities near Salaspils
FAQ
What is the population of Salaspils?
Salaspils has a population of 17,826 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #12 biggest city in Latvia.
What region is Salaspils in?
Salaspils is located in Salaspils Municipality, Latvia.
Is Salaspils the capital of Latvia?
No, the capital of Latvia is Riga, about 18 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.