Airdrie Population 2026
Airdrie has a population of 36,390, making it the #344 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in Scotland. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 246× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
36,390
Rank in United Kingdom
#344
Coordinates
55.87°N, 3.98°W
~130 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
547 km
340 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Scotland
| City | Population | Rank in United Kingdom |
|---|---|---|
| Glasgow | 626,410 | #3 |
| Edinburgh | 514,990 | #7 |
| Aberdeen | 198,590 | #41 |
| Dundee | 148,210 | #64 |
| Paisley | 77,270 | #141 |
| East Kilbride | 75,310 | #146 |
| Livingston | 56,840 | #205 |
| Dunfermline | 54,990 | #211 |
Cities near Airdrie
- Coatbridge43,950 people · ~3 km away
- Motherwell32,840 people · ~9 km away
- Cumbernauld50,530 people · ~9 km away
- Hamilton54,480 people · ~12 km away
- Wishaw30,050 people · ~12 km away
- Cambuslang30,790 people · ~13 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Airdrie?
Airdrie has a population of 36,390 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #344 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Airdrie in?
Airdrie is located in Scotland, United Kingdom.
Is Airdrie the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 547 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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