Vel’sk Population 2026
Vel’sk has a population of 23,126, making it the #682 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Arkhangelskaya. It is about 449× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,126
Rank in Russia
#682
Coordinates
61.07°N, 42.10°E
~90 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
646 km
401 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Arkhangelskaya
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Arkhangel’sk | 349,742 | #50 |
| Severodvinsk | 194,292 | #97 |
| Kotlas | 59,180 | #295 |
| Novodvinsk | 42,900 | #401 |
| Koryazhma | 42,627 | #403 |
| Isakogorka | 28,571 | #580 |
| Mirnyy | 28,000 | #596 |
| Onega | 22,693 | #693 |
Cities near Vel’sk
FAQ
What is the population of Vel’sk?
Vel’sk has a population of 23,126 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #682 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Vel’sk in?
Vel’sk is located in Arkhangelskaya, Russia.
Is Vel’sk the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 646 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.