Cherkessk Population 2026
Cherkessk has a population of 122,395, making it the #138 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Karachayevo-Cherkesiya Republic. Roughly 0.1% of Russia's population lives here. It is about 85× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
122,395
Rank in Russia
#138
Coordinates
44.22°N, 42.05°E
~544 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
1,320 km
820 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Karachayevo-Cherkesiya Republic
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Ust’-Dzheguta | 34,001 | #499 |
| Zelenchukskaya | 21,117 | #728 |
| Karachayevsk | 20,264 | #747 |
| Uchkeken | 15,118 | #976 |
Cities near Cherkessk
- Ust’-Dzheguta34,001 people · ~17 km away
- Nevinnomyssk134,345 people · ~46 km away
- Uchkeken15,118 people · ~49 km away
- Karachayevsk20,264 people · ~51 km away
- Zelenchukskaya21,117 people · ~55 km away
- Kislovodsk132,771 people · ~64 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cherkessk?
Cherkessk has a population of 122,395 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #138 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Cherkessk in?
Cherkessk is located in Karachayevo-Cherkesiya Republic, Russia.
Is Cherkessk the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 1,320 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.