Penza Population 2026
Penza has a population of 523,553, making it the #34 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Penza Oblast. Roughly 0.4% of Russia's population lives here. It is about 20× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
523,553
Rank in Russia
#34
Coordinates
53.20°N, 45.01°E
~156 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
555 km
345 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Penza Oblast
Cities near Penza
FAQ
What is the population of Penza?
Penza has a population of 523,553 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #34 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Penza in?
Penza is located in Penza Oblast, Russia.
Is Penza the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 555 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.