Terek Population 2026
Terek has a population of 21,180, making it the #727 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Kabardino-Balkariya Republic. It is about 490× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,180
Rank in Russia
#727
Coordinates
43.48°N, 44.14°E
~259 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
1,441 km
895 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kabardino-Balkariya Republic
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Nalchik | 239,300 | #80 |
| Prokhladnyy | 60,800 | #288 |
| Baksan | 37,519 | #462 |
| Nartkala | 33,390 | #506 |
| Dugulubgey | 20,965 | #731 |
| Tyrnyauz | 20,104 | #750 |
| Chegem | 18,000 | #841 |
Cities near Terek
- Nartkala33,390 people · ~24 km away
- Prokhladnyy60,800 people · ~32 km away
- Ardon18,313 people · ~36 km away
- Malgobek43,400 people · ~37 km away
- Staryy Malgobek46,334 people · ~38 km away
- Nalchik239,300 people · ~42 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Terek?
Terek has a population of 21,180 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #727 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Terek in?
Terek is located in Kabardino-Balkariya Republic, Russia.
Is Terek the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 1,441 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.