Sterlitamak Population 2026
Sterlitamak has a population of 267,231, making it the #72 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Bashkortostan Republic. Roughly 0.2% of Russia's population lives here. It is about 39× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
267,231
Rank in Russia
#72
Coordinates
53.64°N, 55.95°E
~150 m elevation · Asia/Yekaterinburg
Distance to capital (Moscow)
1,198 km
744 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bashkortostan Republic
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Ufa | 1,120,547 | #11 |
| Salavat | 159,893 | #111 |
| 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 Sterlitamak
FAQ
What is the population of Sterlitamak?
Sterlitamak has a population of 267,231 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #72 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Sterlitamak in?
Sterlitamak is located in Bashkortostan Republic, Russia.
Is Sterlitamak the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 1,198 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.