Beslan Population 2026
Beslan has a population of 35,604, making it the #479 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in North Ossetia–Alania. It is about 292× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
35,604
Rank in Russia
#479
Coordinates
43.19°N, 44.53°E
~486 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
1,481 km
920 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Ossetia–Alania
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Vladikavkaz | 306,258 | #61 |
| Mozdok | 40,823 | #426 |
| Alagir | 19,665 | #772 |
| Ardon | 18,313 | #829 |
Cities near Beslan
- Kantyshevo17,363 people · ~9 km away
- Ardon18,313 people · ~19 km away
- Nazran164,131 people · ~20 km away
- Vladikavkaz306,258 people · ~20 km away
- Ekazhevo25,549 people · ~24 km away
- Surkhakhi16,215 people · ~30 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Beslan?
Beslan has a population of 35,604 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #479 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Beslan in?
Beslan is located in North Ossetia–Alania, Russia.
Is Beslan the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 1,481 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.