Kotka Population 2026
Kotka has a population of 50,157, making it the #21 biggest city in 🇫🇮 Finland, located in Kymenlaakso. Roughly 0.9% of Finland's population lives here. It is about 13× smaller than Helsinki, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
50,157
Rank in Finland
#21
Coordinates
60.47°N, 26.95°E
~1 m elevation · Europe/Helsinki
Distance to capital (Helsinki)
116 km
72 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kymenlaakso
Cities near Kotka
FAQ
What is the population of Kotka?
Kotka has a population of 50,157 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #21 biggest city in Finland.
What region is Kotka in?
Kotka is located in Kymenlaakso, Finland.
Is Kotka the capital of Finland?
No, the capital of Finland is Helsinki, about 116 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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