Pabianice is a city located in central Poland within the Łódź Voivodeship. It serves as the capital of Pabianice County and is situated approximately 10 kilometres southwest of the city of Łódź, forming part of its metropolitan area.
As of 2021, the city has a population of 63,023 inhabitants, making it the third largest city in the Łódź Voivodeship by population. The urban area covers 32.9 square kilometres (12.7 sq mi), which ranks as the 10th largest area in the province.