Ryazan’ Population 2026
Ryazan’ has a population of 538,962, making it the #32 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Ryazan Oblast. Roughly 0.4% of Russia's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
538,962
Rank in Russia
#32
Coordinates
54.63°N, 39.70°E
~124 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
182 km
113 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ryazan Oblast
Cities near Ryazan’
FAQ
What is the population of Ryazan’?
Ryazan’ has a population of 538,962 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #32 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Ryazan’ in?
Ryazan’ is located in Ryazan Oblast, Russia.
Is Ryazan’ the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 182 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.