Copenhagen Population 2026 capital
Copenhagen has a population of 1,153,615, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇩🇰 Denmark, located in Capital Region. Roughly 19% of Denmark's population lives here. Copenhagen is the capital of Denmark.
Population (city proper)
1,153,615
Rank in Denmark
#1
Coordinates
55.68°N, 12.57°E
~14 m elevation · Europe/Copenhagen
Other big cities in Capital Region
| City | Population | Rank in Denmark |
|---|---|---|
| Frederiksberg | 95,029 | #5 |
| Hvidovre | 53,527 | #11 |
| Avedøre | 53,443 | #13 |
| Hørsholm | 47,680 | #17 |
| Rødovre | 40,652 | #23 |
| Charlottenlund | 40,000 | #24 |
| Ballerup | 40,000 | #25 |
| Hillerød | 35,357 | #27 |
Cities near Copenhagen
- Frederiksberg95,029 people · ~2 km away
- Hvidovre53,527 people · ~7 km away
- Rødovre40,652 people · ~7 km away
- Charlottenlund40,000 people · ~9 km away
- Avedøre53,443 people · ~9 km away
- Glostrup23,128 people · ~10 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Copenhagen?
Copenhagen has a population of 1,153,615 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Denmark.
What region is Copenhagen in?
Copenhagen is located in Capital Region, Denmark.
Is Copenhagen the capital of Denmark?
Yes, Copenhagen is the capital of Denmark.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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