Yekaterinburg, Russia
Major city · Population 1.5M
Yekaterinburg is the 4th largest city in Russia with a population of approximately 1,495,066 people as of 2026. This makes it the 313th largest city in the world, accounting for 1.02% of Russia's total population of 146.0M. Yekaterinburg is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Yekaterinburg timezone.
Population
1,495,066
Global Rank
#313
Country Rank
#4
% of Russia
1.02%
Yekaterinburg on the Map
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%
Other Major Cities in Russia
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Yekaterinburg with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pervouralsk | 133,600 | 41 km |
| Kamensk-Ural’skiy | 182,500 | 95 km |
| Nizhny Tagil | 381,116 | 124 km |
| Chelyabinsk | 1,202,371 | 195 km |
| Zlatoust | 191,366 | 197 km |
| Miass | 167,500 | 204 km |
| Perm | 982,419 | 291 km |
| Tyumen | 768,358 | 299 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Yekaterinburg?
The population of Yekaterinburg, Russia is approximately 1,495,066 people, making it the 313th largest city in the world and the 4th largest in Russia.
Is Yekaterinburg the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow. Yekaterinburg is the 4th largest city in the country.
What timezone is Yekaterinburg in?
Yekaterinburg is in the Asia/Yekaterinburg timezone.