Râmnicu Sărat Population 2026
Râmnicu Sărat has a population of 38,526, making it the #53 biggest city in 🇷🇴 Romania, located in Buzău County. Roughly 0.2% of Romania's population lives here. It is about 49× smaller than Bucharest, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
38,526
Rank in Romania
#53
Coordinates
45.38°N, 27.05°E
~130 m elevation · Europe/Bucharest
Distance to capital (Bucharest)
129 km
80 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Buzău County
| City | Population | Rank in Romania |
|---|---|---|
| Buzău | 103,481 | #19 |
Cities near Râmnicu Sărat
FAQ
What is the population of Râmnicu Sărat?
Râmnicu Sărat has a population of 38,526 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #53 biggest city in Romania.
What region is Râmnicu Sărat in?
Râmnicu Sărat is located in Buzău County, Romania.
Is Râmnicu Sărat the capital of Romania?
No, the capital of Romania is Bucharest, about 129 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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