Baia Mare Population 2026
Baia Mare has a population of 108,759, making it the #18 biggest city in 🇷🇴 Romania, located in Maramureş. Roughly 0.6% of Romania's population lives here. It is about 17× smaller than Bucharest, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
108,759
Rank in Romania
#18
Coordinates
47.66°N, 23.57°E
~220 m elevation · Europe/Bucharest
Distance to capital (Bucharest)
409 km
254 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Maramureş
| City | Population | Rank in Romania |
|---|---|---|
| Sighetu Marmaţiei | 40,653 | #50 |
| Borşa | 26,966 | #76 |
| Baia Sprie | 16,746 | #111 |
| Vişeu de Sus | 15,349 | #119 |
Cities near Baia Mare
- Baia Sprie16,746 people · ~9 km away
- Sighetu Marmaţiei40,653 people · ~39 km away
- Satu Mare112,490 people · ~55 km away
- Dej38,033 people · ~61 km away
- Zalău52,359 people · ~64 km away
- Vişeu de Sus15,349 people · ~65 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Baia Mare?
Baia Mare has a population of 108,759 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #18 biggest city in Romania.
What region is Baia Mare in?
Baia Mare is located in Maramureş, Romania.
Is Baia Mare the capital of Romania?
No, the capital of Romania is Bucharest, about 409 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.
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