Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
418K
Population
42 km2
Area
184 Mbps
Internet
110m
Elevation
UTC+01:00
Timezone
TIA (13km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Tirana is the capital and largest city of Albania. It is located in the centre of the country, enclosed by mountains and hills, with Dajti rising to the east and a slight valley to the northwest overlooking the Adriatic Sea in the distance. It is among the wettest and sunniest cities in Europe, with 2,544 hours of sun per year.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Albania
Region
Southeast Europe
Population
418K
Timezone
UTC+01:00
Elevation
110 m
Currency
ALL
Language
Albanian
Status
Capital City
Airport
TIA
GPS
41.33, 19.82
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Infrastructure
8,259 points of interest mapped in Tirana — 198 per km2
Tech
Solid 184 Mbps internet — reliable for remote work and streaming
Economy
51% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
INFRASTRUCTURE
8,259 total POIs 197.6 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
622
Cafes
704
Bars
418
Fast Food
195
Shopping
Supermarkets
411
Convenience
265
Shopping Malls
24
Healthcare
Hospitals
27
Clinics
196
Pharmacies
322
Education
Schools
342
Universities
43
Libraries
14
Recreation
Parks
442
Playgrounds
125
Sports
188
Cinemas
3
Museums
11
Theatres
12
Transport
Bus Stops
635
Train Stations
2
Fuel Stations
167
Services
Banks
183
ATMs
158
Post Offices
66
Police
25
Fire Stations
5
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
184 Mbps
Download
63 Mbps
Upload
6ms
Latency
29,374
Tests
10,149
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: May - Sep
8°
J
10°
F
13°
M
18°
A
22°
M
26°
J
27°
J
26°
A
22°
S
18°
O
13°
N
10°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 17.6 C Range: 8.2 - 26.9 C Rain: 1,406 mm/year Sunshine: 3,563 h/year
CITY SCORES
97.5
Nomad Index
C
Livability
37.5
Culture
52.9
Overall
COST OF LIVING
CIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
49.5
Overall
51% cheaper than NYC
18.3
Rent
82% cheaper than NYC
49.6
Groceries
50% cheaper than NYC
49.7
Restaurants
50% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
TIA
Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa
13 km from center
~23 min ride
FUN FACTS
Tirana ( tih-RAH-nə, Albanian pronunciation: [tiˈɾana]; Gheg Albanian: Tirona) is the capital and largest city of Albania.
It is located in the centre of the country, enclosed by mountains and hills, with Dajti rising to the east and a slight valley to the northwest overlooking the Adriatic Sea in the distance.
Tirana was founded in 1614 by Ottoman Albanian general Sylejman Pasha Bargjini, centered on the Old Mosque and türbe.
The site of present-day Tirana has been continuously inhabited since the Iron Age and was likely the core of the Illyrian kingdom of the Taulantii, which in classical antiquity was centred in the hinterland of Epidamnus.
Following the Illyrian Wars, it was annexed by the Roman Empire.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Tirana known for?
Tirana is a city in Albania. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Tirana?
Tirana has an average download speed of 184 Mbps and upload speed of 63 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Tirana?
Tirana has an average year-round temperature of approximately 17.6 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Tirana?
Tirana is served by TIA (Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa), approximately 13 km from the city center.
What is the population of Tirana?
The population of Tirana is approximately 418K.
What infrastructure does Tirana have?
Tirana has 8,259 mapped points of interest, including 622 restaurants, 27 hospitals, 342 schools.
What country is Tirana in?
Tirana is located in Albania.
