Omsk Population 2026
Omsk has a population of 1,172,070, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Omsk Oblast. Roughly 0.8% of Russia's population lives here. It is about 8.9× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,172,070
Rank in Russia
#8
Coordinates
54.99°N, 73.37°E
~90 m elevation · Asia/Omsk
Distance to capital (Moscow)
2,235 km
1,388 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Omsk Oblast
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Tara | 26,986 | #615 |
| Kalachinsk | 24,059 | #662 |
| Isil’kul’ | 20,050 | #754 |
Cities near Omsk
FAQ
What is the population of Omsk?
Omsk has a population of 1,172,070 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Omsk in?
Omsk is located in Omsk Oblast, Russia.
Is Omsk the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 2,235 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.