Tønder Population 2026
Tønder has a population of 16,401, making it the #55 biggest city in 🇩🇰 Denmark, located in South Denmark. Roughly 0.3% of Denmark's population lives here. It is about 70× smaller than Copenhagen, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,401
Rank in Denmark
#55
Coordinates
54.93°N, 8.87°E
~3 m elevation · Europe/Copenhagen
Distance to capital (Copenhagen)
248 km
154 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 Tønder
- Aabenraa16,401 people · ~37 km away
- Haderslev22,011 people · ~53 km away
- Sønderborg27,766 people · ~59 km away
- Esbjerg71,698 people · ~65 km away
- Kolding61,638 people · ~73 km away
- Middelfart16,277 people · ~84 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tønder?
Tønder has a population of 16,401 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #55 biggest city in Denmark.
What region is Tønder in?
Tønder is located in South Denmark, Denmark.
Is Tønder the capital of Denmark?
No, the capital of Denmark is Copenhagen, about 248 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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