Krosno Population 2026
Krosno has a population of 47,784, making it the #105 biggest city in 🇵🇱 Poland, located in Subcarpathia. Roughly 0.1% of Poland's population lives here. It is about 36× smaller than Warsaw, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
47,784
Rank in Poland
#105
Coordinates
49.69°N, 21.77°E
~278 m elevation · Europe/Warsaw
Distance to capital (Warsaw)
288 km
179 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Subcarpathia
| City | Population | Rank in Poland |
|---|---|---|
| Rzeszów | 198,317 | #18 |
| Przemyśl | 67,013 | #73 |
| Stalowa Wola | 66,495 | #74 |
| Mielec | 59,509 | #87 |
| Tarnobrzeg | 50,459 | #99 |
| Dębica | 47,366 | #106 |
| Sanok | 39,684 | #126 |
| Jasło | 37,851 | #133 |
Cities near Krosno
FAQ
What is the population of Krosno?
Krosno has a population of 47,784 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #105 biggest city in Poland.
What region is Krosno in?
Krosno is located in Subcarpathia, Poland.
Is Krosno the capital of Poland?
No, the capital of Poland is Warsaw, about 288 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.