Middelfart Population 2026
Middelfart has a population of 16,277, making it the #57 biggest city in 🇩🇰 Denmark, located in South Denmark. Roughly 0.3% of Denmark's population lives here. It is about 71× smaller than Copenhagen, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,277
Rank in Denmark
#57
Coordinates
55.51°N, 9.73°E
~4 m elevation · Europe/Copenhagen
Distance to capital (Copenhagen)
179 km
111 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 |
| Haderslev | 22,011 | #42 |
Cities near Middelfart
FAQ
What is the population of Middelfart?
Middelfart has a population of 16,277 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #57 biggest city in Denmark.
What region is Middelfart in?
Middelfart is located in South Denmark, Denmark.
Is Middelfart the capital of Denmark?
No, the capital of Denmark is Copenhagen, about 179 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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