Syktyvkar Population 2026
Syktyvkar has a population of 245,083, making it the #75 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Komi. Roughly 0.2% of Russia's population lives here. It is about 42× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
245,083
Rank in Russia
#75
Coordinates
61.66°N, 50.82°E
~146 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
1,003 km
623 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Komi
Cities near Syktyvkar
FAQ
What is the population of Syktyvkar?
Syktyvkar has a population of 245,083 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #75 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Syktyvkar in?
Syktyvkar is located in Komi, Russia.
Is Syktyvkar the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 1,003 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.