Saratov Population 2026
Saratov has a population of 844,858, making it the #17 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Saratov Oblast. Roughly 0.6% of Russia's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
844,858
Rank in Russia
#17
Coordinates
51.54°N, 45.99°E
~80 m elevation · Europe/Saratov
Distance to capital (Moscow)
723 km
449 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Saratov Oblast
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FAQ
What is the population of Saratov?
Saratov has a population of 844,858 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #17 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Saratov in?
Saratov is located in Saratov Oblast, Russia.
Is Saratov the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 723 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.