Kozel’sk Population 2026
Kozel’sk has a population of 19,500, making it the #783 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Kaluga Oblast. It is about 532× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,500
Rank in Russia
#783
Coordinates
54.04°N, 35.77°E
~164 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
224 km
139 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kaluga Oblast
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Kaluga | 340,851 | #53 |
| Obninsk | 107,392 | #156 |
| Lyudinovo | 41,392 | #420 |
| Kirov | 39,319 | #443 |
| Maloyaroslavets | 32,669 | #519 |
| Balabanovo | 30,194 | #551 |
| Sukhinichi | 16,100 | #918 |
Cities near Kozel’sk
FAQ
What is the population of Kozel’sk?
Kozel’sk has a population of 19,500 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #783 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Kozel’sk in?
Kozel’sk is located in Kaluga Oblast, Russia.
Is Kozel’sk the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 224 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.