Pskov Population 2026
Pskov has a population of 210,501, making it the #92 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Pskov Oblast. Roughly 0.1% of Russia's population lives here. It is about 49× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
210,501
Rank in Russia
#92
Coordinates
57.82°N, 28.33°E
~35 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
610 km
379 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Pskov Oblast
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Velikiye Luki | 103,149 | #161 |
| Ostrov | 24,500 | #652 |
| Nevel’ | 17,832 | #851 |
Cities near Pskov
- Ostrov24,500 people · ~53 km away
- Kingisepp50,566 people · ~174 km away
- Staraya Russa34,303 people · ~180 km away
- Velikiy Novgorod222,868 people · ~189 km away
- Velikiye Luki103,149 people · ~212 km away
- Nevel’17,832 people · ~222 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Pskov?
Pskov has a population of 210,501 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #92 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Pskov in?
Pskov is located in Pskov Oblast, Russia.
Is Pskov the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 610 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.