Michalovce Population 2026
Michalovce has a population of 35,874, making it the #16 biggest city in 🇸🇰 Slovakia, located in Košice Region. Roughly 0.7% of Slovakia's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Bratislava, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
35,874
Rank in Slovakia
#16
Coordinates
48.75°N, 21.92°E
~111 m elevation · Europe/Bratislava
Distance to capital (Bratislava)
361 km
224 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Košice Region
| City | Population | Rank in Slovakia |
|---|---|---|
| Košice | 225,044 | #2 |
| Spišská Nová Ves | 34,855 | #19 |
| Trebišov | 22,851 | #32 |
| Rožňava | 17,122 | #50 |
Cities near Michalovce
FAQ
What is the population of Michalovce?
Michalovce has a population of 35,874 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #16 biggest city in Slovakia.
What region is Michalovce in?
Michalovce is located in Košice Region, Slovakia.
Is Michalovce the capital of Slovakia?
No, the capital of Slovakia is Bratislava, about 361 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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