Şimleu Silvaniei Population 2026
Şimleu Silvaniei has a population of 15,721, making it the #117 biggest city in 🇷🇴 Romania, located in Sălaj County. Roughly 0.1% of Romania's population lives here. It is about 119× smaller than Bucharest, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,721
Rank in Romania
#117
Coordinates
47.23°N, 22.80°E
~238 m elevation · Europe/Bucharest
Distance to capital (Bucharest)
403 km
250 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sălaj County
| City | Population | Rank in Romania |
|---|---|---|
| Zalău | 52,359 | #40 |
Cities near Şimleu Silvaniei
FAQ
What is the population of Şimleu Silvaniei?
Şimleu Silvaniei has a population of 15,721 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #117 biggest city in Romania.
What region is Şimleu Silvaniei in?
Şimleu Silvaniei is located in Sălaj County, Romania.
Is Şimleu Silvaniei the capital of Romania?
No, the capital of Romania is Bucharest, about 403 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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