Izhevsk Population 2026
Izhevsk has a population of 648,213, making it the #20 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Udmurtiya Republic. Roughly 0.5% of Russia's population lives here. It is about 16× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
648,213
Rank in Russia
#20
Coordinates
56.85°N, 53.20°E
~155 m elevation · Europe/Samara
Distance to capital (Moscow)
967 km
601 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Udmurtiya Republic
Cities near Izhevsk
FAQ
What is the population of Izhevsk?
Izhevsk has a population of 648,213 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #20 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Izhevsk in?
Izhevsk is located in Udmurtiya Republic, Russia.
Is Izhevsk the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 967 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.