Kharkiv, Ukraine
Major city · Population 1.4M
Kharkiv is the 2nd largest city in Ukraine with a population of approximately 1,421,125 people as of 2026. This makes it the 354th largest city in the world, accounting for 3.75% of Ukraine's total population of 37.9M. Kharkiv is classified as a major city and operates in the Europe/Kyiv timezone.
Population
1,421,125
Global Rank
#354
Country Rank
#2
% of Ukraine
3.75%
Kharkiv on the Map
Ukraine at a Glance
Country Population
37,860,221
Capital
Kyiv
Region
Eastern Europe
Major Cities
85
GDP per Capita
$5,389
Life Expectancy
74.7 years
Urban Population
69.5%
Growth Rate
0.00%
Other Major Cities in Ukraine
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Kharkiv with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Saltivka | 409,300 | 8 km |
| Oleksiyivka | 100,500 | 8 km |
| Rayon KTZ | 200,000 | 9 km |
| Belgorod | 345,289 | 73 km |
| Poltava | 279,593 | 130 km |
| Kyivskyi | 110,600 | 131 km |
| Shevchenko | 147,600 | 132 km |
| Zarichnyi | 150,694 | 145 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Kharkiv?
The population of Kharkiv, Ukraine is approximately 1,421,125 people, making it the 354th largest city in the world and the 2nd largest in Ukraine.
Is Kharkiv the capital of Ukraine?
No, the capital of Ukraine is Kyiv. Kharkiv is the 2nd largest city in the country.
What timezone is Kharkiv in?
Kharkiv is in the Europe/Kyiv timezone.