Velikiy Ustyug Population 2026
Velikiy Ustyug has a population of 32,642, making it the #520 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Vologda Oblast. It is about 318× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
32,642
Rank in Russia
#520
Coordinates
60.76°N, 46.31°E
~72 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
753 km
468 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Vologda Oblast
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Cherepovets | 315,738 | #58 |
| Vologda | 312,420 | #59 |
| Sokol | 42,174 | #408 |
| Sheksna | 21,197 | #724 |
| Gryazovets | 16,133 | #916 |
Cities near Velikiy Ustyug
FAQ
What is the population of Velikiy Ustyug?
Velikiy Ustyug has a population of 32,642 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #520 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Velikiy Ustyug in?
Velikiy Ustyug is located in Vologda Oblast, Russia.
Is Velikiy Ustyug the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 753 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.