Tuzla Population 2026
Tuzla has a population of 142,486, making it the #4 biggest city in 🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina, located in Federation of B&H. Roughly 4.6% of Bosnia and Herzegovina's population lives here. It is about 4.9× smaller than Sarajevo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
142,486
Rank in Bosnia and Herzegovina
#4
Coordinates
44.54°N, 18.67°E
~225 m elevation · Europe/Sarajevo
Distance to capital (Sarajevo)
81 km
50 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Federation of B&H
Cities near Tuzla
FAQ
What is the population of Tuzla?
Tuzla has a population of 142,486 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #4 biggest city in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
What region is Tuzla in?
Tuzla is located in Federation of B&H, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Is Tuzla the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina?
No, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina is Sarajevo, about 81 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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