Chekhov Population 2026
Chekhov has a population of 75,643, making it the #220 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Moscow Oblast. Roughly 0.1% of Russia's population lives here. It is about 137× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
75,643
Rank in Russia
#220
Coordinates
55.15°N, 37.46°E
~183 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
68 km
42 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Moscow Oblast
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Khimki | 239,967 | #79 |
| Podolsk | 179,400 | #103 |
| Mytishchi | 160,542 | #110 |
| Lyubertsy | 154,650 | #113 |
| Balashikha | 150,103 | #115 |
| Kolomna | 147,690 | #116 |
| Elektrostal’ | 144,387 | #118 |
| Zheleznodorozhnyy | 141,648 | #121 |
Cities near Chekhov
- Podolsk179,400 people · ~32 km away
- Domodedovo53,887 people · ~38 km away
- Troitsk37,591 people · ~39 km away
- Shcherbinka28,065 people · ~40 km away
- Drozhzhino32,345 people · ~43 km away
- Vidnoye51,721 people · ~48 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Chekhov?
Chekhov has a population of 75,643 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #220 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Chekhov in?
Chekhov is located in Moscow Oblast, Russia.
Is Chekhov the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 68 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.