Vilnius Population 2026 capital

Vilnius has a population of 542,366, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇱🇹 Lithuania, located in Vilnius. Roughly 19% of Lithuania's population lives here. Vilnius is the capital of Lithuania.

Location of Vilnius. Boundaries: Natural Earth.

Population (city proper)

542,366

Rank in Lithuania

Coordinates

54.69°N, 25.28°E

~98 m elevation · Europe/Vilnius

Other big cities in Vilnius

City	Population	Rank in Lithuania
Ukmerge	20,154	#14

Cities near Vilnius

Ukmerge20,154 people · ~71 km away
Jonava26,423 people · ~78 km away
Alytus49,195 people · ~86 km away
Kaunas289,380 people · ~91 km away
Utena25,397 people · ~92 km away
Kėdainiai22,677 people · ~107 km away

FAQ

What is the population of Vilnius?

Vilnius has a population of 542,366 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Lithuania.

What region is Vilnius in?

Vilnius is located in Vilnius, Lithuania.

Is Vilnius the capital of Lithuania?

Yes, Vilnius is the capital of Lithuania.

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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