Næstved Population 2026
Næstved has a population of 44,331, making it the #20 biggest city in 🇩🇰 Denmark, located in Zealand. Roughly 0.7% of Denmark's population lives here. It is about 26× smaller than Copenhagen, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
44,331
Rank in Denmark
#20
Coordinates
55.23°N, 11.76°E
~16 m elevation · Europe/Copenhagen
Distance to capital (Copenhagen)
71 km
44 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 |
| Køge | 38,304 | #26 |
| Slagelse | 31,896 | #31 |
| Holbæk | 29,608 | #34 |
| Ringsted | 23,086 | #40 |
| Nykøbing Falster | 19,976 | #48 |
Cities near Næstved
- Klinteby Frihed53,443 people · ~11 km away
- Ringsted23,086 people · ~24 km away
- Vordingborg17,868 people · ~26 km away
- Slagelse31,896 people · ~32 km away
- Køge38,304 people · ~37 km away
- Roskilde51,916 people · ~50 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Næstved?
Næstved has a population of 44,331 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #20 biggest city in Denmark.
What region is Næstved in?
Næstved is located in Zealand, Denmark.
Is Næstved the capital of Denmark?
No, the capital of Denmark is Copenhagen, about 71 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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