Janakkala Population 2026
Janakkala has a population of 15,995, making it the #73 biggest city in 🇫🇮 Finland, located in Kanta-Häme. Roughly 0.3% of Finland's population lives here. It is about 41× smaller than Helsinki, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,995
Rank in Finland
#73
Coordinates
60.90°N, 24.60°E
~118 m elevation · Europe/Helsinki
Distance to capital (Helsinki)
83 km
52 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kanta-Häme
| City | Population | Rank in Finland |
|---|---|---|
| Hämeenlinna | 68,473 | #15 |
| Riihimäki | 28,610 | #38 |
| Forssa | 16,368 | #72 |
Cities near Janakkala
- Hämeenlinna68,473 people · ~13 km away
- Riihimäki28,610 people · ~20 km away
- Hyvinge43,515 people · ~33 km away
- Hollola20,405 people · ~48 km away
- Nurmijärvi45,356 people · ~50 km away
- Hollola22,843 people · ~50 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Janakkala?
Janakkala has a population of 15,995 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #73 biggest city in Finland.
What region is Janakkala in?
Janakkala is located in Kanta-Häme, Finland.
Is Janakkala the capital of Finland?
No, the capital of Finland is Helsinki, about 83 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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