Kurchatov Population 2026
Kurchatov has a population of 46,600, making it the #367 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Kursk Oblast. It is about 223× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
46,600
Rank in Russia
#367
Coordinates
51.65°N, 35.69°E
~169 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
473 km
294 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kursk Oblast
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Kursk | 448,733 | #41 |
| Zheleznogorsk | 97,900 | #177 |
| L’govskiy | 23,500 | #677 |
| Shchigry | 19,198 | #794 |
| Ryl’sk | 17,007 | #883 |
Cities near Kurchatov
FAQ
What is the population of Kurchatov?
Kurchatov has a population of 46,600 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #367 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Kurchatov in?
Kurchatov is located in Kursk Oblast, Russia.
Is Kurchatov the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 473 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.