Ardon Population 2026
Ardon has a population of 18,313, making it the #829 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in North Ossetia–Alania. It is about 567× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,313
Rank in Russia
#829
Coordinates
43.18°N, 44.29°E
~412 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
1,477 km
917 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Ossetia–Alania
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Vladikavkaz | 306,258 | #61 |
| Mozdok | 40,823 | #426 |
| Beslan | 35,604 | #479 |
| Alagir | 19,665 | #772 |
Cities near Ardon
- Alagir19,665 people · ~16 km away
- Beslan35,604 people · ~19 km away
- Kantyshevo17,363 people · ~28 km away
- Vladikavkaz306,258 people · ~34 km away
- Terek21,180 people · ~36 km away
- Nazran164,131 people · ~39 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ardon?
Ardon has a population of 18,313 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #829 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Ardon in?
Ardon is located in North Ossetia–Alania, Russia.
Is Ardon the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 1,477 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.