Ilinden Population 2026
Ilinden has a population of 16,406, making it the #32 biggest city in 🇲🇰 North Macedonia, located in Ilinden. Roughly 0.9% of North Macedonia's population lives here. It is about 29× smaller than Skopje, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,406
Rank in North Macedonia
#32
Coordinates
41.99°N, 21.58°E
~231 m elevation · Europe/Skopje
Distance to capital (Skopje)
12 km
7 miles, straight line
Cities near Ilinden
- Kisela Voda58,216 people · ~8 km away
- Studeničani18,219 people · ~9 km away
- Butel36,154 people · ~12 km away
- Skopje474,889 people · ~12 km away
- Šuto Orizare20,800 people · ~14 km away
- Lipkovo28,102 people · ~18 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ilinden?
Ilinden has a population of 16,406 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #32 biggest city in North Macedonia.
What region is Ilinden in?
Ilinden is located in Ilinden, North Macedonia.
Is Ilinden the capital of North Macedonia?
No, the capital of North Macedonia is Skopje, about 12 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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