Kumanovo Population 2026
Kumanovo has a population of 75,051, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇲🇰 North Macedonia, located in Kumanovo. Roughly 4.2% of North Macedonia's population lives here. It is about 6.3× smaller than Skopje, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
75,051
Rank in North Macedonia
#2
Coordinates
42.13°N, 21.72°E
~352 m elevation · Europe/Skopje
Distance to capital (Skopje)
28 km
17 miles, straight line
Cities near Kumanovo
- Lipkovo28,102 people · ~11 km away
- Ilinden16,406 people · ~19 km away
- Butel36,154 people · ~25 km away
- Šuto Orizare20,800 people · ~26 km away
- Kisela Voda58,216 people · ~27 km away
- Studeničani18,219 people · ~28 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kumanovo?
Kumanovo has a population of 75,051 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in North Macedonia.
What region is Kumanovo in?
Kumanovo is located in Kumanovo, North Macedonia.
Is Kumanovo the capital of North Macedonia?
No, the capital of North Macedonia is Skopje, about 28 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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