Valletta Population 2026 capital
Valletta has a population of 6,794, making it the #7 biggest city in 🇲🇹 Malta, located in Valletta. Roughly 1.2% of Malta's population lives here. It is about 4.7× smaller than San Pawl il-Baħar, the country's biggest city. Valletta is the capital of Malta.
Population (city proper)
6,794
Rank in Malta
#7
Coordinates
35.90°N, 14.51°E
~44 m elevation · Europe/Malta
Cities near Valletta
- Sliema22,591 people · ~2 km away
- Żabbar15,648 people · ~3 km away
- Qormi16,801 people · ~5 km away
- Birkirkara24,356 people · ~5 km away
- Mosta23,482 people · ~8 km away
- San Pawl il-Baħar32,042 people · ~11 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Valletta?
Valletta has a population of 6,794 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #7 biggest city in Malta.
What region is Valletta in?
Valletta is located in Valletta, Malta.
Is Valletta the capital of Malta?
Yes, Valletta is the capital of Malta.
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.