Horsens Population 2026
Horsens has a population of 61,074, making it the #9 biggest city in 🇩🇰 Denmark, located in Central Jutland. Roughly 1.0% of Denmark's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than Copenhagen, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
61,074
Rank in Denmark
#9
Coordinates
55.86°N, 9.85°E
~4 m elevation · Europe/Copenhagen
Distance to capital (Copenhagen)
171 km
106 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Central Jutland
Cities near Horsens
FAQ
What is the population of Horsens?
Horsens has a population of 61,074 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #9 biggest city in Denmark.
What region is Horsens in?
Horsens is located in Central Jutland, Denmark.
Is Horsens the capital of Denmark?
No, the capital of Denmark is Copenhagen, about 171 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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