Oleshky Population 2026
Oleshky has a population of 24,639, making it the #170 biggest city in 🇺🇦 Ukraine, located in Kherson. Roughly 0.1% of Ukraine's population lives here. It is about 120× smaller than Kyiv, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,639
Rank in Ukraine
#170
Coordinates
46.63°N, 32.72°E
~8 m elevation · Europe/Kyiv
Distance to capital (Kyiv)
456 km
283 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kherson
| City | Population | Rank in Ukraine |
|---|---|---|
| Kherson | 66,000 | #68 |
| Nova Kakhovka | 44,427 | #102 |
| Kakhovka | 35,983 | #124 |
| Henichesk | 19,501 | #208 |
| Skadovsk | 17,915 | #225 |
Cities near Oleshky
FAQ
What is the population of Oleshky?
Oleshky has a population of 24,639 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #170 biggest city in Ukraine.
What region is Oleshky in?
Oleshky is located in Kherson, Ukraine.
Is Oleshky the capital of Ukraine?
No, the capital of Ukraine is Kyiv, about 456 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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