Kursk Population 2026
Kursk has a population of 448,733, making it the #41 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Kursk Oblast. Roughly 0.3% of Russia's population lives here. It is about 23× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
448,733
Rank in Russia
#41
Coordinates
51.73°N, 36.18°E
~187 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
457 km
284 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kursk Oblast
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Zheleznogorsk | 97,900 | #177 |
| Kurchatov | 46,600 | #367 |
| L’govskiy | 23,500 | #677 |
| Shchigry | 19,198 | #794 |
| Ryl’sk | 17,007 | #883 |
Cities near Kursk
FAQ
What is the population of Kursk?
Kursk has a population of 448,733 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #41 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Kursk in?
Kursk is located in Kursk Oblast, Russia.
Is Kursk the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 457 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.