Savonlinna Population 2026
Savonlinna has a population of 31,283, making it the #36 biggest city in 🇫🇮 Finland, located in South Savo. Roughly 0.6% of Finland's population lives here. It is about 21× smaller than Helsinki, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
31,283
Rank in Finland
#36
Coordinates
61.87°N, 28.88°E
~75 m elevation · Europe/Helsinki
Distance to capital (Helsinki)
284 km
176 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Savo
| City | Population | Rank in Finland |
|---|---|---|
| Mikkeli | 51,661 | #19 |
| Pieksämäki | 17,243 | #69 |
Cities near Savonlinna
- Varkaus19,603 people · ~72 km away
- Imatra24,581 people · ~78 km away
- Mikkeli51,661 people · ~87 km away
- Joensuu78,398 people · ~93 km away
- Lappeenranta72,909 people · ~97 km away
- Pieksämäki17,243 people · ~103 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Savonlinna?
Savonlinna has a population of 31,283 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #36 biggest city in Finland.
What region is Savonlinna in?
Savonlinna is located in South Savo, Finland.
Is Savonlinna the capital of Finland?
No, the capital of Finland is Helsinki, about 284 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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