Kovrov Population 2026
Kovrov has a population of 154,224, making it the #114 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Vladimir Oblast. Roughly 0.1% of Russia's population lives here. It is about 67× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
154,224
Rank in Russia
#114
Coordinates
56.36°N, 41.32°E
~128 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
239 km
148 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Vladimir Oblast
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Vladimir | 357,024 | #49 |
| Murom | 126,931 | #135 |
| Aleksandrov | 64,088 | #260 |
| Gus’-Khrustal’nyy | 62,746 | #265 |
| Kol’chugino | 45,912 | #374 |
| Vyazniki | 39,243 | #444 |
| Kirzhach | 30,566 | #547 |
| Sobinka | 20,458 | #744 |
Cities near Kovrov
FAQ
What is the population of Kovrov?
Kovrov has a population of 154,224 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #114 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Kovrov in?
Kovrov is located in Vladimir Oblast, Russia.
Is Kovrov the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 239 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.