Butel Population 2026
Butel has a population of 36,154, making it the #14 biggest city in 🇲🇰 North Macedonia, located in Grad Skopje. Roughly 2.0% of North Macedonia's population lives here. It is about 13× smaller than Skopje, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
36,154
Rank in North Macedonia
#14
Coordinates
42.03°N, 21.45°E
~288 m elevation · Europe/Skopje
Distance to capital (Skopje)
4 km
2 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Grad Skopje
| City | Population | Rank in North Macedonia |
|---|---|---|
| Skopje | 474,889 | #1 |
| Kisela Voda | 58,216 | #6 |
| Šuto Orizare | 20,800 | #23 |
Cities near Butel
- Šuto Orizare20,800 people · ~2 km away
- Skopje474,889 people · ~4 km away
- Kisela Voda58,216 people · ~10 km away
- Ilinden16,406 people · ~12 km away
- Studeničani18,219 people · ~14 km away
- Lipkovo28,102 people · ~18 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Butel?
Butel has a population of 36,154 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #14 biggest city in North Macedonia.
What region is Butel in?
Butel is located in Grad Skopje, North Macedonia.
Is Butel the capital of North Macedonia?
No, the capital of North Macedonia is Skopje, about 4 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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