Bielsk Podlaski Population 2026
Bielsk Podlaski has a population of 26,493, making it the #187 biggest city in 🇵🇱 Poland, located in Podlasie. Roughly 0.1% of Poland's population lives here. It is about 64× smaller than Warsaw, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,493
Rank in Poland
#187
Coordinates
52.77°N, 23.19°E
~139 m elevation · Europe/Warsaw
Distance to capital (Warsaw)
159 km
99 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Podlasie
Cities near Bielsk Podlaski
- Hajnówka22,157 people · ~27 km away
- Łapy16,434 people · ~32 km away
- Białystok295,683 people · ~41 km away
- Siemiatycze15,421 people · ~43 km away
- Zambrów22,857 people · ~68 km away
- Sokołów Podlaski18,241 people · ~75 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bielsk Podlaski?
Bielsk Podlaski has a population of 26,493 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #187 biggest city in Poland.
What region is Bielsk Podlaski in?
Bielsk Podlaski is located in Podlasie, Poland.
Is Bielsk Podlaski the capital of Poland?
No, the capital of Poland is Warsaw, about 159 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.