Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk Population 2026
Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk has a population of 198,973, making it the #95 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Sakhalin Oblast. Roughly 0.1% of Russia's population lives here. It is about 52× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
198,973
Rank in Russia
#95
Coordinates
46.95°N, 142.74°E
~48 m elevation · Asia/Sakhalin
Distance to capital (Moscow)
6,643 km
4,125 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sakhalin Oblast
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FAQ
What is the population of Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk?
Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk has a population of 198,973 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #95 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk in?
Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk is located in Sakhalin Oblast, Russia.
Is Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 6,643 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.