Forssa Population 2026
Forssa has a population of 16,368, making it the #72 biggest city in 🇫🇮 Finland, located in Kanta-Häme. Roughly 0.3% of Finland's population lives here. It is about 40× smaller than Helsinki, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,368
Rank in Finland
#72
Coordinates
60.81°N, 23.62°E
~133 m elevation · Europe/Helsinki
Distance to capital (Helsinki)
102 km
63 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kanta-Häme
| City | Population | Rank in Finland |
|---|---|---|
| Hämeenlinna | 68,473 | #15 |
| Riihimäki | 28,610 | #38 |
| Janakkala | 15,995 | #73 |
Cities near Forssa
- Loimaa15,248 people · ~31 km away
- Hämeenlinna68,473 people · ~50 km away
- Janakkala15,995 people · ~54 km away
- Valkeakoski20,859 people · ~55 km away
- Salo50,794 people · ~55 km away
- Lempäälä25,036 people · ~56 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Forssa?
Forssa has a population of 16,368 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #72 biggest city in Finland.
What region is Forssa in?
Forssa is located in Kanta-Häme, Finland.
Is Forssa the capital of Finland?
No, the capital of Finland is Helsinki, about 102 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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