Cherepovets Population 2026
Cherepovets has a population of 315,738, making it the #58 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Vologda Oblast. Roughly 0.2% of Russia's population lives here. It is about 33× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
315,738
Rank in Russia
#58
Coordinates
59.13°N, 37.90°E
~136 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
376 km
233 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Vologda Oblast
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Vologda | 312,420 | #59 |
| Sokol | 42,174 | #408 |
| Velikiy Ustyug | 32,642 | #520 |
| Sheksna | 21,197 | #724 |
| Gryazovets | 16,133 | #916 |
Cities near Cherepovets
FAQ
What is the population of Cherepovets?
Cherepovets has a population of 315,738 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #58 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Cherepovets in?
Cherepovets is located in Vologda Oblast, Russia.
Is Cherepovets the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 376 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.