Mikkeli Population 2026
Mikkeli has a population of 51,661, making it the #19 biggest city in 🇫🇮 Finland, located in South Savo. Roughly 0.9% of Finland's population lives here. It is about 13× smaller than Helsinki, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
51,661
Rank in Finland
#19
Coordinates
61.69°N, 27.27°E
~85 m elevation · Europe/Helsinki
Distance to capital (Helsinki)
211 km
131 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Savo
| City | Population | Rank in Finland |
|---|---|---|
| Savonlinna | 31,283 | #36 |
| Pieksämäki | 17,243 | #69 |
Cities near Mikkeli
- Pieksämäki17,243 people · ~68 km away
- Varkaus19,603 people · ~76 km away
- Heinola17,746 people · ~85 km away
- Lappeenranta72,909 people · ~85 km away
- Savonlinna31,283 people · ~87 km away
- Kouvola78,094 people · ~96 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mikkeli?
Mikkeli has a population of 51,661 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #19 biggest city in Finland.
What region is Mikkeli in?
Mikkeli is located in South Savo, Finland.
Is Mikkeli the capital of Finland?
No, the capital of Finland is Helsinki, about 211 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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