Legnica Population 2026
Legnica has a population of 106,033, making it the #47 biggest city in 🇵🇱 Poland, located in Lower Silesia. Roughly 0.3% of Poland's population lives here. It is about 16× smaller than Warsaw, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
106,033
Rank in Poland
#47
Coordinates
51.21°N, 16.16°E
~121 m elevation · Europe/Warsaw
Distance to capital (Warsaw)
353 km
219 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Lower Silesia
| City | Population | Rank in Poland |
|---|---|---|
| Wrocław | 672,545 | #3 |
| Wałbrzych | 127,431 | #36 |
| Lubin | 77,532 | #58 |
| Jelenia Góra | 77,366 | #59 |
| Głogów | 65,400 | #77 |
| Świdnica | 60,351 | #83 |
| Bolesławiec | 40,682 | #121 |
| Oleśnica | 36,956 | #137 |
Cities near Legnica
FAQ
What is the population of Legnica?
Legnica has a population of 106,033 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #47 biggest city in Poland.
What region is Legnica in?
Legnica is located in Lower Silesia, Poland.
Is Legnica the capital of Poland?
No, the capital of Poland is Warsaw, about 353 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.