Prešov Population 2026
Prešov has a population of 82,927, making it the #5 biggest city in 🇸🇰 Slovakia, located in Prešov Region. Roughly 1.5% of Slovakia's population lives here. It is about 5.1× smaller than Bratislava, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
82,927
Rank in Slovakia
#5
Coordinates
49.00°N, 21.24°E
~253 m elevation · Europe/Bratislava
Distance to capital (Bratislava)
318 km
197 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Prešov Region
| City | Population | Rank in Slovakia |
|---|---|---|
| Poprad | 49,091 | #11 |
| Humenné | 30,450 | #23 |
| Bardejov | 30,267 | #24 |
| Snina | 22,221 | #35 |
| Vranov nad Topľou | 20,595 | #40 |
| Stará Ľubovňa | 15,667 | #55 |
| Kežmarok | 15,271 | #58 |
Cities near Prešov
- Košice225,044 people · ~32 km away
- Bardejov30,267 people · ~33 km away
- Vranov nad Topľou20,595 people · ~35 km away
- Spišská Nová Ves34,855 people · ~50 km away
- Humenné30,450 people · ~50 km away
- Stará Ľubovňa15,667 people · ~52 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Prešov?
Prešov has a population of 82,927 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #5 biggest city in Slovakia.
What region is Prešov in?
Prešov is located in Prešov Region, Slovakia.
Is Prešov the capital of Slovakia?
No, the capital of Slovakia is Bratislava, about 318 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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