Vladikavkaz Population 2026
Vladikavkaz has a population of 306,258, making it the #61 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in North Ossetia–Alania. Roughly 0.2% of Russia's population lives here. It is about 34× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
306,258
Rank in Russia
#61
Coordinates
43.04°N, 44.67°E
~681 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
1,501 km
932 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Ossetia–Alania
Cities near Vladikavkaz
FAQ
What is the population of Vladikavkaz?
Vladikavkaz has a population of 306,258 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #61 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Vladikavkaz in?
Vladikavkaz is located in North Ossetia–Alania, Russia.
Is Vladikavkaz the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 1,501 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.