Hjørring Population 2026
Hjørring has a population of 25,644, making it the #37 biggest city in 🇩🇰 Denmark, located in North Denmark. Roughly 0.4% of Denmark's population lives here. It is about 45× smaller than Copenhagen, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
25,644
Rank in Denmark
#37
Coordinates
57.46°N, 9.98°E
~51 m elevation · Europe/Copenhagen
Distance to capital (Copenhagen)
254 km
158 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Denmark
| City | Population | Rank in Denmark |
|---|---|---|
| Aalborg | 142,937 | #4 |
| Nørresundby | 23,718 | #38 |
| Frederikshavn | 22,672 | #41 |
Cities near Hjørring
- Frederikshavn22,672 people · ~33 km away
- Nørresundby23,718 people · ~45 km away
- Aalborg142,937 people · ~46 km away
- Randers62,802 people · ~112 km away
- Skive20,190 people · ~115 km away
- Viborg41,239 people · ~118 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Hjørring?
Hjørring has a population of 25,644 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #37 biggest city in Denmark.
What region is Hjørring in?
Hjørring is located in North Denmark, Denmark.
Is Hjørring the capital of Denmark?
No, the capital of Denmark is Copenhagen, about 254 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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