Riihimäki Population 2026
Riihimäki has a population of 28,610, making it the #38 biggest city in 🇫🇮 Finland, located in Kanta-Häme. Roughly 0.5% of Finland's population lives here. It is about 23× smaller than Helsinki, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
28,610
Rank in Finland
#38
Coordinates
60.74°N, 24.78°E
~106 m elevation · Europe/Helsinki
Distance to capital (Helsinki)
64 km
40 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kanta-Häme
| City | Population | Rank in Finland |
|---|---|---|
| Hämeenlinna | 68,473 | #15 |
| Forssa | 16,368 | #72 |
| Janakkala | 15,995 | #73 |
Cities near Riihimäki
- Hyvinge43,515 people · ~13 km away
- Janakkala15,995 people · ~20 km away
- Nurmijärvi45,356 people · ~30 km away
- Hämeenlinna68,473 people · ~33 km away
- Järvenpää46,942 people · ~34 km away
- Tuusula42,624 people · ~40 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Riihimäki?
Riihimäki has a population of 28,610 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #38 biggest city in Finland.
What region is Riihimäki in?
Riihimäki is located in Kanta-Häme, Finland.
Is Riihimäki the capital of Finland?
No, the capital of Finland is Helsinki, about 64 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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