Martin Population 2026
Martin has a population of 51,139, making it the #10 biggest city in 🇸🇰 Slovakia, located in Žilina Region. Roughly 0.9% of Slovakia's population lives here. It is about 8.3× smaller than Bratislava, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
51,139
Rank in Slovakia
#10
Coordinates
49.07°N, 18.92°E
~400 m elevation · Europe/Bratislava
Distance to capital (Bratislava)
168 km
104 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Žilina Region
| City | Population | Rank in Slovakia |
|---|---|---|
| Žilina | 81,219 | #6 |
| Liptovský Mikuláš | 30,162 | #25 |
| Ružomberok | 26,671 | #27 |
| Čadca | 22,655 | #34 |
| Dolný Kubín | 17,660 | #48 |
Cities near Martin
- Žilina81,219 people · ~22 km away
- Ružomberok26,671 people · ~28 km away
- Dolný Kubín17,660 people · ~32 km away
- Považská Bystrica37,483 people · ~37 km away
- Prievidza43,645 people · ~39 km away
- Handlová15,694 people · ~40 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Martin?
Martin has a population of 51,139 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #10 biggest city in Slovakia.
What region is Martin in?
Martin is located in Žilina Region, Slovakia.
Is Martin the capital of Slovakia?
No, the capital of Slovakia is Bratislava, about 168 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.
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