Køge Population 2026
Køge has a population of 38,304, making it the #26 biggest city in 🇩🇰 Denmark, located in Zealand. Roughly 0.6% of Denmark's population lives here. It is about 30× smaller than Copenhagen, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
38,304
Rank in Denmark
#26
Coordinates
55.46°N, 12.18°E
~4 m elevation · Europe/Copenhagen
Distance to capital (Copenhagen)
34 km
21 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Zealand
| City | Population | Rank in Denmark |
|---|---|---|
| Klinteby Frihed | 53,443 | #12 |
| Roskilde | 51,916 | #14 |
| Greve | 47,671 | #18 |
| Næstved | 44,331 | #20 |
| Slagelse | 31,896 | #31 |
| Holbæk | 29,608 | #34 |
| Ringsted | 23,086 | #40 |
| Nykøbing Falster | 19,976 | #48 |
Cities near Køge
FAQ
What is the population of Køge?
Køge has a population of 38,304 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #26 biggest city in Denmark.
What region is Køge in?
Køge is located in Zealand, Denmark.
Is Køge the capital of Denmark?
No, the capital of Denmark is Copenhagen, about 34 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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