Kostomuksha Population 2026
Kostomuksha has a population of 30,135, making it the #552 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Karelia. It is about 344× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
30,135
Rank in Russia
#552
Coordinates
64.57°N, 30.58°E
~212 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
1,054 km
655 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Karelia
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Petrozavodsk | 279,190 | #67 |
| Kondopoga | 34,360 | #493 |
| Segezha | 33,354 | #508 |
| Sortavala | 20,760 | #737 |
| Medvezh’yegorsk | 16,551 | #905 |
Cities near Kostomuksha
- Segezha33,354 people · ~203 km away
- Medvezh’yegorsk16,551 people · ~265 km away
- Kandalaksha38,431 people · ~299 km away
- Kondopoga34,360 people · ~321 km away
- Sortavala20,760 people · ~318 km away
- Kovdor19,518 people · ~333 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kostomuksha?
Kostomuksha has a population of 30,135 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #552 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Kostomuksha in?
Kostomuksha is located in Karelia, Russia.
Is Kostomuksha the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 1,054 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.