Ceadîr-Lunga Population 2026
Ceadîr-Lunga has a population of 22,700, making it the #14 biggest city in 🇲🇩 Moldova, located in Gagauzia. Roughly 0.8% of Moldova's population lives here. It is about 28× smaller than Chisinau, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,700
Rank in Moldova
#14
Coordinates
46.06°N, 28.83°E
~45 m elevation · Europe/Chisinau
Distance to capital (Chisinau)
105 km
65 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Gagauzia
| City | Population | Rank in Moldova |
|---|---|---|
| Comrat | 22,911 | #12 |
Cities near Ceadîr-Lunga
FAQ
What is the population of Ceadîr-Lunga?
Ceadîr-Lunga has a population of 22,700 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #14 biggest city in Moldova.
What region is Ceadîr-Lunga in?
Ceadîr-Lunga is located in Gagauzia, Moldova.
Is Ceadîr-Lunga the capital of Moldova?
No, the capital of Moldova is Chișinău, about 105 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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