Volkhov Population 2026
Volkhov has a population of 45,673, making it the #375 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Leningradskaya Oblast'. It is about 227× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
45,673
Rank in Russia
#375
Coordinates
59.92°N, 32.34°E
~7 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
559 km
347 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Leningradskaya Oblast'
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Gatchina | 89,761 | #193 |
| Vyborg | 78,633 | #214 |
| Sosnovyy Bor | 68,563 | #240 |
| Tikhvin | 62,075 | #272 |
| Kirishi | 56,190 | #309 |
| Kingisepp | 50,566 | #338 |
| Vsevolozhsk | 48,224 | #354 |
| Sertolovo | 43,622 | #393 |
Cities near Volkhov
- Kirishi56,190 people · ~53 km away
- Tikhvin62,075 people · ~74 km away
- Tosno40,198 people · ~92 km away
- Vsevolozhsk48,224 people · ~93 km away
- Chudovo17,377 people · ~97 km away
- Boksitogorsk17,366 people · ~98 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Volkhov?
Volkhov has a population of 45,673 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #375 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Volkhov in?
Volkhov is located in Leningradskaya Oblast', Russia.
Is Volkhov the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 559 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.