Haderslev Population 2026
Haderslev has a population of 22,011, making it the #42 biggest city in 🇩🇰 Denmark, located in South Denmark. Roughly 0.4% of Denmark's population lives here. It is about 52× smaller than Copenhagen, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,011
Rank in Denmark
#42
Coordinates
55.25°N, 9.49°E
~13 m elevation · Europe/Copenhagen
Distance to capital (Copenhagen)
200 km
124 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Denmark
| City | Population | Rank in Denmark |
|---|---|---|
| Odense | 180,863 | #3 |
| Esbjerg | 71,698 | #6 |
| Kolding | 61,638 | #8 |
| Vejle | 60,231 | #10 |
| Fredericia | 40,886 | #22 |
| Sønderborg | 27,766 | #35 |
| Svendborg | 27,300 | #36 |
| Nyborg | 17,525 | #51 |
Cities near Haderslev
- Aabenraa16,401 people · ~23 km away
- Kolding61,638 people · ~27 km away
- Middelfart16,277 people · ~32 km away
- Fredericia40,886 people · ~39 km away
- Sønderborg27,766 people · ~42 km away
- Vejle60,231 people · ~51 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Haderslev?
Haderslev has a population of 22,011 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #42 biggest city in Denmark.
What region is Haderslev in?
Haderslev is located in South Denmark, Denmark.
Is Haderslev the capital of Denmark?
No, the capital of Denmark is Copenhagen, about 200 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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