Imatra Population 2026
Imatra has a population of 24,581, making it the #42 biggest city in 🇫🇮 Finland, located in South Karelia. Roughly 0.4% of Finland's population lives here. It is about 27× smaller than Helsinki, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,581
Rank in Finland
#42
Coordinates
61.17°N, 28.75°E
~68 m elevation · Europe/Helsinki
Distance to capital (Helsinki)
236 km
147 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Karelia
| City | Population | Rank in Finland |
|---|---|---|
| Lappeenranta | 72,909 | #13 |
Cities near Imatra
- Lappeenranta72,909 people · ~33 km away
- Savonlinna31,283 people · ~78 km away
- Mikkeli51,661 people · ~97 km away
- Hamina19,305 people · ~108 km away
- Kouvola78,094 people · ~116 km away
- Karhula22,867 people · ~122 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Imatra?
Imatra has a population of 24,581 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #42 biggest city in Finland.
What region is Imatra in?
Imatra is located in South Karelia, Finland.
Is Imatra the capital of Finland?
No, the capital of Finland is Helsinki, about 236 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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