Slagelse Population 2026
Slagelse has a population of 31,896, making it the #31 biggest city in 🇩🇰 Denmark, located in Zealand. Roughly 0.5% of Denmark's population lives here. It is about 36× smaller than Copenhagen, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
31,896
Rank in Denmark
#31
Coordinates
55.40°N, 11.35°E
~51 m elevation · Europe/Copenhagen
Distance to capital (Copenhagen)
82 km
51 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 |
| Køge | 38,304 | #26 |
| Holbæk | 29,608 | #34 |
| Ringsted | 23,086 | #40 |
| Nykøbing Falster | 19,976 | #48 |
Cities near Slagelse
- Klinteby Frihed53,443 people · ~28 km away
- Ringsted23,086 people · ~28 km away
- Næstved44,331 people · ~32 km away
- Kalundborg16,211 people · ~35 km away
- Nyborg17,525 people · ~37 km away
- Holbæk29,608 people · ~42 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Slagelse?
Slagelse has a population of 31,896 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #31 biggest city in Denmark.
What region is Slagelse in?
Slagelse is located in Zealand, Denmark.
Is Slagelse the capital of Denmark?
No, the capital of Denmark is Copenhagen, about 82 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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