Kuznetsk Population 2026
Kuznetsk has a population of 90,480, making it the #190 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Penza Oblast. Roughly 0.1% of Russia's population lives here. It is about 115× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
90,480
Rank in Russia
#190
Coordinates
53.12°N, 46.60°E
~239 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
650 km
404 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Penza Oblast
Cities near Kuznetsk
FAQ
What is the population of Kuznetsk?
Kuznetsk has a population of 90,480 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #190 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Kuznetsk in?
Kuznetsk is located in Penza Oblast, Russia.
Is Kuznetsk the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 650 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.