Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
1.7M
Population
410 km2
Area
150 Mbps
Internet
280m
Elevation
UTC+03:00
Timezone
MSQ (31km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Minsk is the capital and largest city of Belarus, located on the Svislach and the now subterranean Nyamiha rivers. As the capital, Minsk has a special administrative status in Belarus and is the administrative centre of Minsk region and Minsk district. As of 2024, it has a population of about two million, making Minsk the 11th-most populous city...
QUICK FACTS
Country
Belarus
Region
Eastern Europe
Population
1.7M
Timezone
UTC+03:00
Elevation
280 m
Language
Belarusian
Status
Capital City
Airport
MSQ
GPS
53.90, 27.57
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
Solid 150 Mbps internet — reliable for remote work and streaming
Economy
68% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
A major city with a population of 1,742,124
INFRASTRUCTURE
29,635 total POIs 72.4 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
285
Cafes
1,441
Bars
282
Fast Food
733
Shopping
Supermarkets
284
Convenience
1,182
Shopping Malls
144
Healthcare
Hospitals
67
Clinics
699
Pharmacies
944
Education
Schools
850
Universities
175
Libraries
72
Recreation
Parks
304
Playgrounds
2,302
Sports
500
Cinemas
38
Museums
73
Theatres
29
Transport
Bus Stops
2,363
Train Stations
121
Fuel Stations
172
Services
Banks
559
ATMs
1,138
Post Offices
267
Police
201
Fire Stations
44
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
150 Mbps
Download
104 Mbps
Upload
5ms
Latency
79,869
Tests
26,009
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Jun - Aug
-2°
J
-0°
F
4°
M
9°
A
14°
M
18°
J
20°
J
18°
A
14°
S
9°
O
4°
N
-0°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 9 C Range: -1.7 - 19.7 C Rain: 758 mm/year Sunshine: 2,593 h/year
CITY SCORES
73.4
Nomad Index
C
Livability
37.5
Culture
47.7
Overall
COST OF LIVING
DIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
32.0
Overall
68% cheaper than NYC
11.8
Rent
88% cheaper than NYC
31.5
Groceries
69% cheaper than NYC
35.3
Restaurants
65% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
MSQ
Minsk National Airport
31 km from center
~47 min drive
FUN FACTS
Minsk (Belarusian: Мінск, pronounced [mʲinsk] ; Russian: Минск) is the capital and largest city of Belarus, located on the Svislach and the now subterranean Nyamiha rivers.
As the capital, Minsk has a special administrative status in Belarus and is the administrative centre of Minsk region and Minsk district.
As of 2024, it has a population of about two million, making Minsk the 11th-most populous city in Europe.
Minsk is one of the administrative capitals of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) and the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU).
First mentioned in 1067, Minsk became the capital of the Principality of Minsk, an appanage of the Principality of Polotsk, before being annexed by the Grand Duchy of Lithuania in 1242.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Minsk known for?
Minsk is a city in Belarus. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Minsk?
Minsk has an average download speed of 150 Mbps and upload speed of 104 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Minsk?
Minsk has an average year-round temperature of approximately 9 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Minsk?
Minsk is served by MSQ (Minsk National Airport), approximately 31 km from the city center.
What is the population of Minsk?
The population of Minsk is approximately 1.7M.
What infrastructure does Minsk have?
Minsk has 29,635 mapped points of interest, including 285 restaurants, 67 hospitals, 850 schools.
What country is Minsk in?
Minsk is located in Belarus.
