Greve Population 2026
Greve has a population of 47,671, making it the #18 biggest city in 🇩🇰 Denmark, located in Zealand. Roughly 0.8% of Denmark's population lives here. It is about 24× smaller than Copenhagen, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
47,671
Rank in Denmark
#18
Coordinates
55.58°N, 12.30°E
~3 m elevation · Europe/Copenhagen
Distance to capital (Copenhagen)
20 km
12 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Zealand
| City | Population | Rank in Denmark |
|---|---|---|
| Klinteby Frihed | 53,443 | #12 |
| Roskilde | 51,916 | #14 |
| Næstved | 44,331 | #20 |
| Køge | 38,304 | #26 |
| Slagelse | 31,896 | #31 |
| Holbæk | 29,608 | #34 |
| Ringsted | 23,086 | #40 |
| Nykøbing Falster | 19,976 | #48 |
Cities near Greve
- Ishøj19,453 people · ~5 km away
- Vallensbæk16,515 people · ~7 km away
- Taastrup35,238 people · ~7 km away
- Albertslund30,000 people · ~9 km away
- Brøndbyvester20,000 people · ~10 km away
- Avedøre53,443 people · ~11 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Greve?
Greve has a population of 47,671 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #18 biggest city in Denmark.
What region is Greve in?
Greve is located in Zealand, Denmark.
Is Greve the capital of Denmark?
No, the capital of Denmark is Copenhagen, about 20 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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