Sarov Population 2026
Sarov has a population of 88,000, making it the #194 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast. Roughly 0.1% of Russia's population lives here. It is about 118× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
88,000
Rank in Russia
#194
Coordinates
54.95°N, 43.32°E
~161 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
371 km
230 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Nizhniy Novgorod | 1,259,013 | #5 |
| Dzerzhinsk | 233,126 | #83 |
| Arzamas | 109,479 | #152 |
| Kstovo | 67,242 | #245 |
| Pavlovo | 63,338 | #262 |
| Novaya Balakhna | 63,083 | #264 |
| Vyksa | 61,664 | #280 |
| Bor | 60,647 | #291 |
Cities near Sarov
FAQ
What is the population of Sarov?
Sarov has a population of 88,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #194 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Sarov in?
Sarov is located in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, Russia.
Is Sarov the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 371 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.