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Rostov-na-Donu, Russia

Major city Β· Population 1.1M

Rostov-na-Donu is the 10th largest city in Russia with a population of approximately 1,130,305 people as of 2026. This makes it the 468th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.77% of Russia's total population of 146.0M. Rostov-na-Donu is classified as a major city and operates in the Europe/Moscow timezone.

Population

1,130,305

Global Rank

#468

Country Rank

#10

% of Russia

0.77%

Rostov-na-Donu on the Map

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Russia at a Glance

Country Population

146,028,325

Capital

Moscow

Region

Eastern Europe

Major Cities

213

GDP per Capita

$14,889

Life Expectancy

73.3 years

Urban Population

75.1%

Growth Rate

-0.00%

Nearest Major Cities

Closest cities to Rostov-na-Donu with over 100,000 people

Cities closest to Rostov-na-Donu by distance
CityPopulationDistance
Bataysk109,96210 km
Novocherkassk166,97437 km
Taganrog279,05661 km
Shakhty221,31267 km
Luhansk397,677153 km
Alchevsk106,062154 km
Proletarskyi103,005156 km
Makiivka338,968162 km

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Rostov-na-Donu?

The population of Rostov-na-Donu, Russia is approximately 1,130,305 people, making it the 468th largest city in the world and the 10th largest in Russia.

Is Rostov-na-Donu the capital of Russia?

No, the capital of Russia is Moscow. Rostov-na-Donu is the 10th largest city in the country.

What timezone is Rostov-na-Donu in?

Rostov-na-Donu is in the Europe/Moscow timezone.