Ruda Śląska Population 2026
Ruda Śląska has a population of 146,189, making it the #27 biggest city in 🇵🇱 Poland, located in Silesia. Roughly 0.4% of Poland's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Warsaw, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
146,189
Rank in Poland
#27
Coordinates
50.26°N, 18.86°E
~258 m elevation · Europe/Warsaw
Distance to capital (Warsaw)
266 km
165 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Silesia
| City | Population | Rank in Poland |
|---|---|---|
| Katowice | 286,960 | #11 |
| Częstochowa | 248,125 | #13 |
| Sosnowiec | 227,295 | #14 |
| Gliwice | 198,835 | #17 |
| Zabrze | 192,177 | #21 |
| Bytom | 189,186 | #22 |
| Bielsko-Biala | 176,515 | #24 |
| Rybnik | 142,510 | #28 |
Cities near Ruda Śląska
FAQ
What is the population of Ruda Śląska?
Ruda Śląska has a population of 146,189 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #27 biggest city in Poland.
What region is Ruda Śląska in?
Ruda Śląska is located in Silesia, Poland.
Is Ruda Śląska the capital of Poland?
No, the capital of Poland is Warsaw, about 266 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.