Roskilde Population 2026
Roskilde has a population of 51,916, making it the #14 biggest city in 🇩🇰 Denmark, located in Zealand. Roughly 0.9% of Denmark's population lives here. It is about 22× smaller than Copenhagen, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
51,916
Rank in Denmark
#14
Coordinates
55.64°N, 12.08°E
~41 m elevation · Europe/Copenhagen
Distance to capital (Copenhagen)
31 km
19 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Zealand
| City | Population | Rank in Denmark |
|---|---|---|
| Klinteby Frihed | 53,443 | #12 |
| Greve | 47,671 | #18 |
| Næstved | 44,331 | #20 |
| Køge | 38,304 | #26 |
| Slagelse | 31,896 | #31 |
| Holbæk | 29,608 | #34 |
| Ringsted | 23,086 | #40 |
| Nykøbing Falster | 19,976 | #48 |
Cities near Roskilde
- Taastrup35,238 people · ~14 km away
- Greve47,671 people · ~15 km away
- Stenløse19,998 people · ~16 km away
- Ishøj19,453 people · ~17 km away
- Albertslund30,000 people · ~18 km away
- Vallensbæk16,515 people · ~19 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Roskilde?
Roskilde has a population of 51,916 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #14 biggest city in Denmark.
What region is Roskilde in?
Roskilde is located in Zealand, Denmark.
Is Roskilde the capital of Denmark?
No, the capital of Denmark is Copenhagen, about 31 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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