Ajaccio Population 2026
Ajaccio has a population of 54,364, making it the #98 biggest city in 🇫🇷 France, located in Corsica. Roughly 0.1% of France's population lives here. It is about 39× smaller than Paris, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
54,364
Rank in France
#98
Coordinates
41.92°N, 8.74°E
~12 m elevation · Europe/Paris
Distance to capital (Paris)
918 km
570 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Corsica
| City | Population | Rank in France |
|---|---|---|
| Bastia | 41,001 | #169 |
Cities near Ajaccio
FAQ
What is the population of Ajaccio?
Ajaccio has a population of 54,364 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #98 biggest city in France.
What region is Ajaccio in?
Ajaccio is located in Corsica, France.
Is Ajaccio the capital of France?
No, the capital of France is Paris, about 918 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.