Kovdor Population 2026
Kovdor has a population of 19,518, making it the #780 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Murmansk. It is about 532× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,518
Rank in Russia
#780
Coordinates
67.57°N, 30.48°E
~233 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
1,365 km
848 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Murmansk
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Murmansk | 295,374 | #65 |
| Apatity | 61,186 | #283 |
| Severomorsk | 53,921 | #320 |
| Monchegorsk | 49,868 | #345 |
| Kandalaksha | 38,431 | #453 |
| Kirovsk | 29,605 | #565 |
| Olenegorsk | 23,670 | #672 |
| Zapolyarnyy | 17,789 | #853 |
Cities near Kovdor
- Kandalaksha38,431 people · ~95 km away
- Monchegorsk49,868 people · ~109 km away
- Apatity61,186 people · ~125 km away
- Olenegorsk23,670 people · ~133 km away
- Kirovsk29,605 people · ~136 km away
- Murmansk295,374 people · ~190 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kovdor?
Kovdor has a population of 19,518 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #780 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Kovdor in?
Kovdor is located in Murmansk, Russia.
Is Kovdor the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 1,365 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.