Medvezh’yegorsk Population 2026
Medvezh’yegorsk has a population of 16,551, making it the #905 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Karelia. It is about 627× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,551
Rank in Russia
#905
Coordinates
62.91°N, 34.46°E
~29 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
816 km
507 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Karelia
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Petrozavodsk | 279,190 | #67 |
| Kondopoga | 34,360 | #493 |
| Segezha | 33,354 | #508 |
| Kostomuksha | 30,135 | #552 |
| Sortavala | 20,760 | #737 |
Cities near Medvezh’yegorsk
- Kondopoga34,360 people · ~80 km away
- Segezha33,354 people · ~93 km away
- Petrozavodsk279,190 people · ~126 km away
- Onega22,693 people · ~212 km away
- Sortavala20,760 people · ~235 km away
- Kostomuksha30,135 people · ~265 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Medvezh’yegorsk?
Medvezh’yegorsk has a population of 16,551 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #905 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Medvezh’yegorsk in?
Medvezh’yegorsk is located in Karelia, Russia.
Is Medvezh’yegorsk the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 816 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.