Craiova Population 2026
Craiova has a population of 234,140, making it the #7 biggest city in 🇷🇴 Romania, located in Dolj. Roughly 1.2% of Romania's population lives here. It is about 8.0× smaller than Bucharest, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
234,140
Rank in Romania
#7
Coordinates
44.32°N, 23.80°E
~105 m elevation · Europe/Bucharest
Distance to capital (Bucharest)
184 km
114 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Dolj
Cities near Craiova
FAQ
What is the population of Craiova?
Craiova has a population of 234,140 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #7 biggest city in Romania.
What region is Craiova in?
Craiova is located in Dolj, Romania.
Is Craiova the capital of Romania?
No, the capital of Romania is Bucharest, about 184 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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