Bukhara Population 2026
Bukhara has a population of 280,187, making it the #7 biggest city in 🇺🇿 Uzbekistan, located in Bukhara. Roughly 0.7% of Uzbekistan's population lives here. It is about 7.1× smaller than Tashkent, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
280,187
Rank in Uzbekistan
#7
Coordinates
39.77°N, 64.43°E
~220 m elevation · Asia/Samarkand
Distance to capital (Tashkent)
437 km
271 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bukhara
| City | Population | Rank in Uzbekistan |
|---|---|---|
| Kogon Shahri | 62,300 | #33 |
| G’ijduvon Shahri | 43,400 | #46 |
| Uchkuduk | 26,800 | #73 |
| Shofirkon Shahri | 26,527 | #74 |
| Karakul’ | 22,487 | #92 |
| Vobkent Shahri | 17,800 | #104 |
Cities near Bukhara
- Kogon Shahri62,300 people · ~12 km away
- Vobkent Shahri17,800 people · ~26 km away
- Shofirkon Shahri26,527 people · ~39 km away
- G’ijduvon Shahri43,400 people · ~43 km away
- Karakul’22,487 people · ~58 km away
- Muborak30,100 people · ~84 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bukhara?
Bukhara has a population of 280,187 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #7 biggest city in Uzbekistan.
What region is Bukhara in?
Bukhara is located in Bukhara, Uzbekistan.
Is Bukhara the capital of Uzbekistan?
No, the capital of Uzbekistan is Tashkent, about 437 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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