Petrozavodsk Population 2026
Petrozavodsk has a population of 279,190, making it the #67 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Karelia. Roughly 0.2% of Russia's population lives here. It is about 37× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
279,190
Rank in Russia
#67
Coordinates
61.78°N, 34.35°E
~73 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
697 km
433 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Karelia
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Kondopoga | 34,360 | #493 |
| Segezha | 33,354 | #508 |
| Kostomuksha | 30,135 | #552 |
| Sortavala | 20,760 | #737 |
| Medvezh’yegorsk | 16,551 | #905 |
Cities near Petrozavodsk
FAQ
What is the population of Petrozavodsk?
Petrozavodsk has a population of 279,190 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #67 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Petrozavodsk in?
Petrozavodsk is located in Karelia, Russia.
Is Petrozavodsk the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 697 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.