Nizhnevartovsk Population 2026
Nizhnevartovsk has a population of 244,937, making it the #76 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Khanty-Mansia. Roughly 0.2% of Russia's population lives here. It is about 42× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
244,937
Rank in Russia
#76
Coordinates
60.93°N, 76.55°E
~50 m elevation · Asia/Yekaterinburg
Distance to capital (Moscow)
2,307 km
1,433 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Khanty-Mansia
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Surgut | 300,367 | #63 |
| Nefteyugansk | 112,632 | #147 |
| Khanty-Mansiysk | 101,466 | #166 |
| Kogalym | 57,800 | #303 |
| Nyagan | 52,137 | #330 |
| Megion | 48,691 | #351 |
| Raduzhny | 47,679 | #357 |
| Pyt-Yakh | 41,500 | #418 |
Cities near Nizhnevartovsk
FAQ
What is the population of Nizhnevartovsk?
Nizhnevartovsk has a population of 244,937 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #76 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Nizhnevartovsk in?
Nizhnevartovsk is located in Khanty-Mansia, Russia.
Is Nizhnevartovsk the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 2,307 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.