Joensuu Population 2026
Joensuu has a population of 78,398, making it the #11 biggest city in 🇫🇮 Finland, located in North Karelia. Roughly 1.4% of Finland's population lives here. It is about 8.4× smaller than Helsinki, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
78,398
Rank in Finland
#11
Coordinates
62.60°N, 29.76°E
~72 m elevation · Europe/Helsinki
Distance to capital (Helsinki)
373 km
232 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Karelia
| City | Population | Rank in Finland |
|---|---|---|
| Kontiolahti | 15,092 | #78 |
Cities near Joensuu
- Kontiolahti15,092 people · ~18 km away
- Savonlinna31,283 people · ~93 km away
- Varkaus19,603 people · ~102 km away
- Kuopio125,462 people · ~111 km away
- Siilinjärvi21,383 people · ~119 km away
- Pieksämäki17,243 people · ~139 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Joensuu?
Joensuu has a population of 78,398 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #11 biggest city in Finland.
What region is Joensuu in?
Joensuu is located in North Karelia, Finland.
Is Joensuu the capital of Finland?
No, the capital of Finland is Helsinki, about 373 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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