Ilidža Population 2026
Ilidža has a population of 71,277, making it the #7 biggest city in 🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina, located in Federation of B&H. Roughly 2.3% of Bosnia and Herzegovina's population lives here. It is about 9.8× smaller than Sarajevo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
71,277
Rank in Bosnia and Herzegovina
#7
Coordinates
43.83°N, 18.31°E
~495 m elevation · Europe/Sarajevo
Distance to capital (Sarajevo)
4 km
2 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Federation of B&H
Cities near Ilidža
FAQ
What is the population of Ilidža?
Ilidža has a population of 71,277 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #7 biggest city in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
What region is Ilidža in?
Ilidža is located in Federation of B&H, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Is Ilidža the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina?
No, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina is Sarajevo, about 4 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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