Salekhard is a town located in Russia that serves as the administrative centre of the Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug. It is situated on the Arctic Circle, with its town centre positioned approximately 1 kilometer south of the circle while its suburbs extend to the north.
According to the 2021 census, the population of Salekhard is 47,910. The town is notable for its geographic position within the Arctic region and its role as a regional administrative hub.