Banja Luka Population 2026
Banja Luka has a population of 221,106, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina, located in Srpska. Roughly 7.1% of Bosnia and Herzegovina's population lives here. It is about 3.2× smaller than Sarajevo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
221,106
Rank in Bosnia and Herzegovina
#2
Coordinates
44.78°N, 17.21°E
~151 m elevation · Europe/Sarajevo
Distance to capital (Sarajevo)
138 km
86 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Srpska
Cities near Banja Luka
FAQ
What is the population of Banja Luka?
Banja Luka has a population of 221,106 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
What region is Banja Luka in?
Banja Luka is located in Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Is Banja Luka the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina?
No, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina is Sarajevo, about 138 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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