Žilina Population 2026
Žilina has a population of 81,219, making it the #6 biggest city in 🇸🇰 Slovakia, located in Žilina Region. Roughly 1.5% of Slovakia's population lives here. It is about 5.2× smaller than Bratislava, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
81,219
Rank in Slovakia
#6
Coordinates
49.22°N, 18.74°E
~347 m elevation · Europe/Bratislava
Distance to capital (Bratislava)
169 km
105 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Žilina Region
| City | Population | Rank in Slovakia |
|---|---|---|
| Martin | 51,139 | #10 |
| Liptovský Mikuláš | 30,162 | #25 |
| Ružomberok | 26,671 | #27 |
| Čadca | 22,655 | #34 |
| Dolný Kubín | 17,660 | #48 |
Cities near Žilina
- Martin51,139 people · ~22 km away
- Čadca22,655 people · ~24 km away
- Považská Bystrica37,483 people · ~26 km away
- Púchov16,995 people · ~32 km away
- Dolný Kubín17,660 people · ~41 km away
- Ružomberok26,671 people · ~44 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Žilina?
Žilina has a population of 81,219 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #6 biggest city in Slovakia.
What region is Žilina in?
Žilina is located in Žilina Region, Slovakia.
Is Žilina the capital of Slovakia?
No, the capital of Slovakia is Bratislava, about 169 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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