Balakovo Population 2026
Balakovo has a population of 199,572, making it the #93 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Saratov Oblast. Roughly 0.1% of Russia's population lives here. It is about 52× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
199,572
Rank in Russia
#93
Coordinates
52.03°N, 47.80°E
~24 m elevation · Europe/Saratov
Distance to capital (Moscow)
784 km
487 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Saratov Oblast
Cities near Balakovo
FAQ
What is the population of Balakovo?
Balakovo has a population of 199,572 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #93 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Balakovo in?
Balakovo is located in Saratov Oblast, Russia.
Is Balakovo the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 784 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.