Karhula Population 2026
Karhula has a population of 22,867, making it the #46 biggest city in 🇫🇮 Finland, located in Kymenlaakso. Roughly 0.4% of Finland's population lives here. It is about 29× smaller than Helsinki, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,867
Rank in Finland
#46
Coordinates
60.52°N, 26.93°E
~4 m elevation · Europe/Helsinki
Distance to capital (Helsinki)
117 km
73 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kymenlaakso
Cities near Karhula
FAQ
What is the population of Karhula?
Karhula has a population of 22,867 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #46 biggest city in Finland.
What region is Karhula in?
Karhula is located in Kymenlaakso, Finland.
Is Karhula the capital of Finland?
No, the capital of Finland is Helsinki, about 117 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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