Kuopio Population 2026
Kuopio has a population of 125,462, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇫🇮 Finland, located in North Savo. Roughly 2.2% of Finland's population lives here. It is about 5.3× smaller than Helsinki, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
125,462
Rank in Finland
#8
Coordinates
62.89°N, 27.68°E
~90 m elevation · Europe/Helsinki
Distance to capital (Helsinki)
336 km
209 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Savo
| City | Population | Rank in Finland |
|---|---|---|
| Siilinjärvi | 21,383 | #48 |
| Iisalmi | 20,330 | #56 |
| Varkaus | 19,603 | #59 |
Cities near Kuopio
- Siilinjärvi21,383 people · ~21 km away
- Varkaus19,603 people · ~65 km away
- Pieksämäki17,243 people · ~72 km away
- Iisalmi20,330 people · ~78 km away
- Laukaa18,876 people · ~103 km away
- Äänekoski17,614 people · ~104 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kuopio?
Kuopio has a population of 125,462 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Finland.
What region is Kuopio in?
Kuopio is located in North Savo, Finland.
Is Kuopio the capital of Finland?
No, the capital of Finland is Helsinki, about 336 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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