Tyrnyauz Population 2026
Tyrnyauz has a population of 20,104, making it the #750 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Kabardino-Balkariya Republic. It is about 516× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,104
Rank in Russia
#750
Coordinates
43.38°N, 42.92°E
~1,291 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
1,426 km
886 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 |
| Terek | 21,180 | #727 |
| Dugulubgey | 20,965 | #731 |
| Chegem | 18,000 | #841 |
Cities near Tyrnyauz
- Chegem18,000 people · ~58 km away
- Nalchik239,300 people · ~58 km away
- Dugulubgey20,965 people · ~59 km away
- Baksan37,519 people · ~60 km away
- Kislovodsk132,771 people · ~61 km away
- Uchkeken15,118 people · ~70 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tyrnyauz?
Tyrnyauz has a population of 20,104 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #750 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Tyrnyauz in?
Tyrnyauz is located in Kabardino-Balkariya Republic, Russia.
Is Tyrnyauz the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 1,426 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.