Salonta Population 2026
Salonta has a population of 17,561, making it the #108 biggest city in 🇷🇴 Romania, located in Bihor County. Roughly 0.1% of Romania's population lives here. It is about 107× smaller than Bucharest, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,561
Rank in Romania
#108
Coordinates
46.80°N, 21.65°E
~92 m elevation · Europe/Bucharest
Distance to capital (Bucharest)
435 km
270 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bihor County
| City | Population | Rank in Romania |
|---|---|---|
| Oradea | 183,105 | #10 |
Cities near Salonta
FAQ
What is the population of Salonta?
Salonta has a population of 17,561 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #108 biggest city in Romania.
What region is Salonta in?
Salonta is located in Bihor County, Romania.
Is Salonta the capital of Romania?
No, the capital of Romania is Bucharest, about 435 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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