Lugoj Population 2026
Lugoj has a population of 43,243, making it the #46 biggest city in 🇷🇴 Romania, located in Timiș County. Roughly 0.2% of Romania's population lives here. It is about 43× smaller than Bucharest, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
43,243
Rank in Romania
#46
Coordinates
45.69°N, 21.90°E
~122 m elevation · Europe/Bucharest
Distance to capital (Bucharest)
358 km
222 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Timiș County
| City | Population | Rank in Romania |
|---|---|---|
| Timişoara | 250,849 | #6 |
Cities near Lugoj
FAQ
What is the population of Lugoj?
Lugoj has a population of 43,243 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #46 biggest city in Romania.
What region is Lugoj in?
Lugoj is located in Timiș County, Romania.
Is Lugoj the capital of Romania?
No, the capital of Romania is Bucharest, about 358 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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