Grozny Population 2026
Grozny has a population of 297,137, making it the #64 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Chechnya. Roughly 0.2% of Russia's population lives here. It is about 35× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
297,137
Rank in Russia
#64
Coordinates
43.31°N, 45.69°E
~128 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
1,499 km
931 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Chechnya
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Urus-Martan | 41,480 | #419 |
| Gudermes | 32,769 | #517 |
| Argun | 28,100 | #588 |
| Shali | 25,000 | #645 |
| Kurchaloy | 20,903 | #733 |
| Avtury | 18,370 | #828 |
| Achkhoy-Martan | 16,779 | #896 |
| Tsotsin-Yurt | 15,970 | #924 |
Cities near Grozny
- Argun28,100 people · ~15 km away
- Urus-Martan41,480 people · ~24 km away
- Shali25,000 people · ~25 km away
- Tsotsin-Yurt15,970 people · ~26 km away
- Avtury18,370 people · ~30 km away
- Gudermes32,769 people · ~34 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Grozny?
Grozny has a population of 297,137 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #64 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Grozny in?
Grozny is located in Chechnya, Russia.
Is Grozny the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 1,499 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.