Balaklava Population 2026
Balaklava has a population of 18,649, making it the #214 biggest city in 🇺🇦 Ukraine, located in Sevastopol City. It is about 158× smaller than Kyiv, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,649
Rank in Ukraine
#214
Coordinates
44.51°N, 33.60°E
~10 m elevation · Europe/Simferopol
Distance to capital (Kyiv)
700 km
435 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sevastopol City
| City | Population | Rank in Ukraine |
|---|---|---|
| Sevastopol | 547,820 | #9 |
Cities near Balaklava
- Sevastopol547,820 people · ~12 km away
- Bakhchysaray27,448 people · ~34 km away
- Yalta77,003 people · ~45 km away
- Simferopol336,460 people · ~64 km away
- Alushta29,586 people · ~67 km away
- Saki28,322 people · ~69 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Balaklava?
Balaklava has a population of 18,649 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #214 biggest city in Ukraine.
What region is Balaklava in?
Balaklava is located in Sevastopol City, Ukraine.
Is Balaklava the capital of Ukraine?
No, the capital of Ukraine is Kyiv, about 700 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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