Galaţi Population 2026
Galaţi has a population of 217,851, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇷🇴 Romania, located in Galați County. Roughly 1.2% of Romania's population lives here. It is about 8.6× smaller than Bucharest, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
217,851
Rank in Romania
#8
Coordinates
45.44°N, 28.05°E
~24 m elevation · Europe/Bucharest
Distance to capital (Bucharest)
189 km
117 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Galați County
| City | Population | Rank in Romania |
|---|---|---|
| Tecuci | 41,154 | #49 |
Cities near Galaţi
FAQ
What is the population of Galaţi?
Galaţi has a population of 217,851 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Romania.
What region is Galaţi in?
Galaţi is located in Galați County, Romania.
Is Galaţi the capital of Romania?
No, the capital of Romania is Bucharest, about 189 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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