Târgu Jiu Population 2026
Târgu Jiu has a population of 73,545, making it the #27 biggest city in 🇷🇴 Romania, located in Gorj County. Roughly 0.4% of Romania's population lives here. It is about 26× smaller than Bucharest, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
73,545
Rank in Romania
#27
Coordinates
45.05°N, 23.28°E
~212 m elevation · Europe/Bucharest
Distance to capital (Bucharest)
233 km
145 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Gorj County
| City | Population | Rank in Romania |
|---|---|---|
| Motru | 22,319 | #86 |
Cities near Târgu Jiu
FAQ
What is the population of Târgu Jiu?
Târgu Jiu has a population of 73,545 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #27 biggest city in Romania.
What region is Târgu Jiu in?
Târgu Jiu is located in Gorj County, Romania.
Is Târgu Jiu the capital of Romania?
No, the capital of Romania is Bucharest, about 233 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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