Sanok Population 2026
Sanok has a population of 39,684, making it the #126 biggest city in 🇵🇱 Poland, located in Subcarpathia. Roughly 0.1% of Poland's population lives here. It is about 43× smaller than Warsaw, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
39,684
Rank in Poland
#126
Coordinates
49.56°N, 22.21°E
~289 m elevation · Europe/Warsaw
Distance to capital (Warsaw)
309 km
192 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 |
| Krosno | 47,784 | #105 |
| Dębica | 47,366 | #106 |
| Jasło | 37,851 | #133 |
Cities near Sanok
FAQ
What is the population of Sanok?
Sanok has a population of 39,684 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #126 biggest city in Poland.
What region is Sanok in?
Sanok is located in Subcarpathia, Poland.
Is Sanok the capital of Poland?
No, the capital of Poland is Warsaw, about 309 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.