Esbjerg Population 2026
Esbjerg has a population of 71,698, making it the #6 biggest city in 🇩🇰 Denmark, located in South Denmark. Roughly 1.2% of Denmark's population lives here. It is about 16× smaller than Copenhagen, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
71,698
Rank in Denmark
#6
Coordinates
55.47°N, 8.45°E
~17 m elevation · Europe/Copenhagen
Distance to capital (Copenhagen)
260 km
161 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Denmark
| City | Population | Rank in Denmark |
|---|---|---|
| Odense | 180,863 | #3 |
| Kolding | 61,638 | #8 |
| Vejle | 60,231 | #10 |
| Fredericia | 40,886 | #22 |
| Sønderborg | 27,766 | #35 |
| Svendborg | 27,300 | #36 |
| Haderslev | 22,011 | #42 |
| Nyborg | 17,525 | #51 |
Cities near Esbjerg
FAQ
What is the population of Esbjerg?
Esbjerg has a population of 71,698 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #6 biggest city in Denmark.
What region is Esbjerg in?
Esbjerg is located in South Denmark, Denmark.
Is Esbjerg the capital of Denmark?
No, the capital of Denmark is Copenhagen, about 260 km away.
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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