Krnov Population 2026
Krnov has a population of 22,518, making it the #56 biggest city in 🇨🇿 Czechia, located in Moravian-Silesian Region. Roughly 0.2% of Czechia's population lives here. It is about 52× smaller than Prague, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,518
Rank in Czechia
#56
Coordinates
50.09°N, 17.70°E
~316 m elevation · Europe/Prague
Distance to capital (Prague)
234 km
145 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Moravian-Silesian Region
| City | Population | Rank in Czechia |
|---|---|---|
| Ostrava | 279,791 | #3 |
| Havířov | 82,768 | #11 |
| Opava | 60,252 | #16 |
| Frýdek-Místek | 53,590 | #17 |
| Karviná | 48,637 | #20 |
| Třinec | 38,415 | #28 |
| Orlová | 27,540 | #40 |
| Nový Jičín | 26,547 | #42 |
Cities near Krnov
FAQ
What is the population of Krnov?
Krnov has a population of 22,518 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #56 biggest city in Czechia.
What region is Krnov in?
Krnov is located in Moravian-Silesian Region, Czechia.
Is Krnov the capital of Czechia?
No, the capital of Czechia is Prague, about 234 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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