Podgorica Population 2026 capital
Podgorica has a population of 236,852, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇲🇪 Montenegro, located in Podgorica. Roughly 38% of Montenegro's population lives here. Podgorica is the capital of Montenegro.
Population (city proper)
236,852
Rank in Montenegro
#1
Coordinates
42.44°N, 19.26°E
~49 m elevation · Europe/Podgorica
Cities near Podgorica
- Cetinje15,137 people · ~29 km away
- Budva18,000 people · ~39 km away
- Bar17,727 people · ~41 km away
- Nikšić58,212 people · ~45 km away
- Herceg Novi19,536 people · ~60 km away
- Bijelo Polje15,400 people · ~77 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Podgorica?
Podgorica has a population of 236,852 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Montenegro.
What region is Podgorica in?
Podgorica is located in Podgorica, Montenegro.
Is Podgorica the capital of Montenegro?
Yes, Podgorica is the capital of Montenegro.
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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