Ružomberok Population 2026
Ružomberok has a population of 26,671, making it the #27 biggest city in 🇸🇰 Slovakia, located in Žilina Region. Roughly 0.5% of Slovakia's population lives here. It is about 16× smaller than Bratislava, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,671
Rank in Slovakia
#27
Coordinates
49.07°N, 19.31°E
~481 m elevation · Europe/Bratislava
Distance to capital (Bratislava)
192 km
119 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Žilina Region
| City | Population | Rank in Slovakia |
|---|---|---|
| Žilina | 81,219 | #6 |
| Martin | 51,139 | #10 |
| Liptovský Mikuláš | 30,162 | #25 |
| Čadca | 22,655 | #34 |
| Dolný Kubín | 17,660 | #48 |
Cities near Ružomberok
- Dolný Kubín17,660 people · ~15 km away
- Liptovský Mikuláš30,162 people · ~23 km away
- Martin51,139 people · ~28 km away
- Brezno19,866 people · ~38 km away
- Banská Bystrica74,590 people · ~39 km away
- Žilina81,219 people · ~44 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ružomberok?
Ružomberok has a population of 26,671 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #27 biggest city in Slovakia.
What region is Ružomberok in?
Ružomberok is located in Žilina Region, Slovakia.
Is Ružomberok the capital of Slovakia?
No, the capital of Slovakia is Bratislava, about 192 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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