Alençon Population 2026
Alençon has a population of 30,786, making it the #255 biggest city in 🇫🇷 France, located in Normandy. It is about 69× smaller than Paris, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
30,786
Rank in France
#255
Coordinates
48.43°N, 0.09°E
~147 m elevation · Europe/Paris
Distance to capital (Paris)
172 km
107 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Normandy
| City | Population | Rank in France |
|---|---|---|
| Le Havre | 185,972 | #14 |
| Rouen | 116,331 | #35 |
| Caen | 110,624 | #39 |
| Évreux | 57,795 | #91 |
| Dieppe | 35,707 | #207 |
| Sotteville-lès-Rouen | 30,619 | #256 |
| Saint-Étienne-du-Rouvray | 28,953 | #281 |
| Cherbourg | 26,655 | #314 |
Cities near Alençon
FAQ
What is the population of Alençon?
Alençon has a population of 30,786 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #255 biggest city in France.
What region is Alençon in?
Alençon is located in Normandy, France.
Is Alençon the capital of France?
No, the capital of France is Paris, about 172 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.