Kolding Population 2026
Kolding has a population of 61,638, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇩🇰 Denmark, located in South Denmark. Roughly 1.0% of Denmark's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than Copenhagen, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
61,638
Rank in Denmark
#8
Coordinates
55.49°N, 9.47°E
~8 m elevation · Europe/Copenhagen
Distance to capital (Copenhagen)
195 km
121 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Denmark
| City | Population | Rank in Denmark |
|---|---|---|
| Odense | 180,863 | #3 |
| Esbjerg | 71,698 | #6 |
| Vejle | 60,231 | #10 |
| Fredericia | 40,886 | #22 |
| Sønderborg | 27,766 | #35 |
| Svendborg | 27,300 | #36 |
| Haderslev | 22,011 | #42 |
| Nyborg | 17,525 | #51 |
Cities near Kolding
- Middelfart16,277 people · ~16 km away
- Fredericia40,886 people · ~20 km away
- Vejle60,231 people · ~25 km away
- Haderslev22,011 people · ~27 km away
- Hedensted47,099 people · ~34 km away
- Horsens61,074 people · ~48 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kolding?
Kolding has a population of 61,638 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Denmark.
What region is Kolding in?
Kolding is located in South Denmark, Denmark.
Is Kolding the capital of Denmark?
No, the capital of Denmark is Copenhagen, about 195 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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