Nukus Population 2026
Nukus has a population of 332,500, making it the #5 biggest city in 🇺🇿 Uzbekistan, located in Karakalpakstan. Roughly 0.9% of Uzbekistan's population lives here. It is about 5.9× smaller than Tashkent, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
332,500
Rank in Uzbekistan
#5
Coordinates
42.46°N, 59.61°E
~67 m elevation · Asia/Samarkand
Distance to capital (Tashkent)
806 km
501 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Karakalpakstan
| City | Population | Rank in Uzbekistan |
|---|---|---|
| Qŭnghirot | 80,090 | #26 |
| Xo‘jayli Shahri | 67,800 | #30 |
| Beruniy | 66,090 | #31 |
| Oltinko‘l | 59,122 | #37 |
| Novyy Turtkul’ | 48,908 | #42 |
| Manghit | 33,200 | #55 |
Cities near Nukus
FAQ
What is the population of Nukus?
Nukus has a population of 332,500 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #5 biggest city in Uzbekistan.
What region is Nukus in?
Nukus is located in Karakalpakstan, Uzbekistan.
Is Nukus the capital of Uzbekistan?
No, the capital of Uzbekistan is Tashkent, about 806 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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