Tambov Population 2026
Tambov has a population of 293,661, making it the #66 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Tambov Oblast. Roughly 0.2% of Russia's population lives here. It is about 35× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
293,661
Rank in Russia
#66
Coordinates
52.74°N, 41.44°E
~133 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
417 km
259 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tambov Oblast
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Michurinsk | 93,499 | #184 |
| Rasskazovo | 45,957 | #373 |
| Morshansk | 43,311 | #395 |
| Kotovsk | 33,077 | #513 |
| Uvarovo | 28,771 | #575 |
| Kirsanov | 17,975 | #845 |
| Zherdevka | 16,019 | #923 |
Cities near Tambov
- Kotovsk33,077 people · ~17 km away
- Rasskazovo45,957 people · ~31 km away
- Michurinsk93,499 people · ~67 km away
- Morshansk43,311 people · ~82 km away
- Kirsanov17,975 people · ~88 km away
- Zherdevka16,019 people · ~98 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tambov?
Tambov has a population of 293,661 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #66 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Tambov in?
Tambov is located in Tambov Oblast, Russia.
Is Tambov the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 417 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.