Nizhyn Population 2026
Nizhyn has a population of 66,983, making it the #66 biggest city in 🇺🇦 Ukraine, located in Chernihiv Oblast. Roughly 0.2% of Ukraine's population lives here. It is about 44× smaller than Kyiv, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
66,983
Rank in Ukraine
#66
Coordinates
51.05°N, 31.89°E
~116 m elevation · Europe/Kyiv
Distance to capital (Kyiv)
116 km
72 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Chernihiv Oblast
| City | Population | Rank in Ukraine |
|---|---|---|
| Chernihiv | 282,747 | #15 |
| Pryluky | 52,553 | #89 |
| Masany | 30,000 | #143 |
| Bakhmach | 16,862 | #241 |
| Novhorod-Siverskyi | 15,175 | #268 |
Cities near Nizhyn
FAQ
What is the population of Nizhyn?
Nizhyn has a population of 66,983 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #66 biggest city in Ukraine.
What region is Nizhyn in?
Nizhyn is located in Chernihiv Oblast, Ukraine.
Is Nizhyn the capital of Ukraine?
No, the capital of Ukraine is Kyiv, about 116 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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