Argentan Population 2026
Argentan has a population of 18,230, making it the #510 biggest city in 🇫🇷 France, located in Normandy. It is about 117× smaller than Paris, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,230
Rank in France
#510
Coordinates
48.74°N, 0.02°W
~167 m elevation · Europe/Paris
Distance to capital (Paris)
174 km
108 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 |
| Alençon | 30,786 | #255 |
| Sotteville-lès-Rouen | 30,619 | #256 |
| Saint-Étienne-du-Rouvray | 28,953 | #281 |
Cities near Argentan
FAQ
What is the population of Argentan?
Argentan has a population of 18,230 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #510 biggest city in France.
What region is Argentan in?
Argentan is located in Normandy, France.
Is Argentan the capital of France?
No, the capital of France is Paris, about 174 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.