Alytus Population 2026
Alytus has a population of 49,195, making it the #6 biggest city in 🇱🇹 Lithuania, located in Alytus. Roughly 1.8% of Lithuania's population lives here. It is about 11× smaller than Vilnius, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
49,195
Rank in Lithuania
#6
Coordinates
54.40°N, 24.04°E
~104 m elevation · Europe/Vilnius
Distance to capital (Vilnius)
86 km
53 miles, straight line
Cities near Alytus
FAQ
What is the population of Alytus?
Alytus has a population of 49,195 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #6 biggest city in Lithuania.
What region is Alytus in?
Alytus is located in Alytus, Lithuania.
Is Alytus the capital of Lithuania?
No, the capital of Lithuania is Vilnius, about 86 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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