Bârlad Population 2026
Bârlad has a population of 67,818, making it the #30 biggest city in 🇷🇴 Romania, located in Vaslui County. Roughly 0.4% of Romania's population lives here. It is about 28× smaller than Bucharest, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
67,818
Rank in Romania
#30
Coordinates
46.23°N, 27.67°E
~70 m elevation · Europe/Bucharest
Distance to capital (Bucharest)
234 km
145 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Vaslui County
Cities near Bârlad
FAQ
What is the population of Bârlad?
Bârlad has a population of 67,818 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #30 biggest city in Romania.
What region is Bârlad in?
Bârlad is located in Vaslui County, Romania.
Is Bârlad the capital of Romania?
No, the capital of Romania is Bucharest, about 234 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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