Salavat Population 2026
Salavat has a population of 159,893, making it the #111 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Bashkortostan Republic. Roughly 0.1% of Russia's population lives here. It is about 65× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
159,893
Rank in Russia
#111
Coordinates
53.38°N, 55.91°E
~151 m elevation · Asia/Yekaterinburg
Distance to capital (Moscow)
1,205 km
748 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bashkortostan Republic
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Ufa | 1,120,547 | #11 |
| Sterlitamak | 267,231 | #72 |
| Neftekamsk | 126,805 | #137 |
| Oktyabrsky | 108,200 | #155 |
| Beloretsk | 70,468 | #233 |
| Ishimbay | 70,421 | #234 |
| Tuymazy | 68,829 | #237 |
| Meleuz | 65,362 | #254 |
Cities near Salavat
FAQ
What is the population of Salavat?
Salavat has a population of 159,893 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #111 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Salavat in?
Salavat is located in Bashkortostan Republic, Russia.
Is Salavat the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 1,205 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.