Perm Population 2026
Perm has a population of 982,419, making it the #15 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Perm Krai. Roughly 0.7% of Russia's population lives here. It is about 11× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
982,419
Rank in Russia
#15
Coordinates
58.01°N, 56.25°E
~149 m elevation · Asia/Yekaterinburg
Distance to capital (Moscow)
1,156 km
718 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Perm Krai
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Berezniki | 167,748 | #104 |
| Solikamsk | 100,812 | #168 |
| Chaykovskiy | 86,712 | #198 |
| Lys’va | 68,660 | #238 |
| Kungur | 66,389 | #247 |
| Krasnokamsk | 52,689 | #327 |
| Chusovoy | 50,205 | #340 |
| Chernushka | 35,942 | #476 |
Cities near Perm
FAQ
What is the population of Perm?
Perm has a population of 982,419 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #15 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Perm in?
Perm is located in Perm Krai, Russia.
Is Perm the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 1,156 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.