Zvolen Population 2026
Zvolen has a population of 39,844, making it the #13 biggest city in 🇸🇰 Slovakia, located in Banská Bystrica Region. Roughly 0.7% of Slovakia's population lives here. It is about 11× smaller than Bratislava, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
39,844
Rank in Slovakia
#13
Coordinates
48.57°N, 19.15°E
~297 m elevation · Europe/Bratislava
Distance to capital (Bratislava)
158 km
98 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Banská Bystrica Region
| City | Population | Rank in Slovakia |
|---|---|---|
| Banská Bystrica | 74,590 | #7 |
| Lučenec | 25,191 | #28 |
| Rimavská Sobota | 21,434 | #37 |
| Brezno | 19,866 | #44 |
| Žiar nad Hronom | 16,955 | #52 |
Cities near Zvolen
- Banská Bystrica74,590 people · ~18 km away
- Žiar nad Hronom16,955 people · ~22 km away
- Handlová15,694 people · ~34 km away
- Brezno19,866 people · ~44 km away
- Prievidza43,645 people · ~45 km away
- Lučenec25,191 people · ~46 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Zvolen?
Zvolen has a population of 39,844 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #13 biggest city in Slovakia.
What region is Zvolen in?
Zvolen is located in Banská Bystrica Region, Slovakia.
Is Zvolen the capital of Slovakia?
No, the capital of Slovakia is Bratislava, about 158 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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