Valday Population 2026
Valday has a population of 18,549, making it the #818 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Novgorod Oblast. It is about 560× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,549
Rank in Russia
#818
Coordinates
57.98°N, 33.25°E
~187 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
363 km
225 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Novgorod Oblast
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Velikiy Novgorod | 222,868 | #86 |
| Borovichi | 56,571 | #308 |
| Staraya Russa | 34,303 | #495 |
| Chudovo | 17,377 | #868 |
| Pestovo | 15,910 | #926 |
Cities near Valday
- Bologoye25,142 people · ~48 km away
- Borovichi56,571 people · ~61 km away
- Vyshniy Volochëk53,800 people · ~89 km away
- Udomlya32,373 people · ~104 km away
- Staraya Russa34,303 people · ~112 km away
- Velikiy Novgorod222,868 people · ~131 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Valday?
Valday has a population of 18,549 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #818 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Valday in?
Valday is located in Novgorod Oblast, Russia.
Is Valday the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 363 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.