Cugir Population 2026
Cugir has a population of 24,734, making it the #80 biggest city in 🇷🇴 Romania, located in Alba County. Roughly 0.1% of Romania's population lives here. It is about 76× smaller than Bucharest, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,734
Rank in Romania
#80
Coordinates
45.84°N, 23.37°E
~300 m elevation · Europe/Bucharest
Distance to capital (Bucharest)
265 km
165 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Alba County
| City | Population | Rank in Romania |
|---|---|---|
| Alba Iulia | 64,227 | #35 |
| Aiud | 28,341 | #72 |
| Sebeş | 27,246 | #75 |
| Blaj | 20,371 | #95 |
| Ocna Mureş | 15,316 | #120 |
Cities near Cugir
FAQ
What is the population of Cugir?
Cugir has a population of 24,734 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #80 biggest city in Romania.
What region is Cugir in?
Cugir is located in Alba County, Romania.
Is Cugir the capital of Romania?
No, the capital of Romania is Bucharest, about 265 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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