Zenica Population 2026
Zenica has a population of 164,423, making it the #3 biggest city in 🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina, located in Federation of B&H. Roughly 5.3% of Bosnia and Herzegovina's population lives here. It is about 4.2× smaller than Sarajevo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
164,423
Rank in Bosnia and Herzegovina
#3
Coordinates
44.20°N, 17.90°E
~325 m elevation · Europe/Sarajevo
Distance to capital (Sarajevo)
53 km
33 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Federation of B&H
Cities near Zenica
FAQ
What is the population of Zenica?
Zenica has a population of 164,423 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3 biggest city in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
What region is Zenica in?
Zenica is located in Federation of B&H, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Is Zenica the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina?
No, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina is Sarajevo, about 53 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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