Arras Population 2026
Arras has a population of 47,052, making it the #134 biggest city in 🇫🇷 France, located in Hauts-de-France. Roughly 0.1% of France's population lives here. It is about 45× smaller than Paris, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
47,052
Rank in France
#134
Coordinates
50.29°N, 2.78°E
~73 m elevation · Europe/Paris
Distance to capital (Paris)
163 km
101 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hauts-de-France
| City | Population | Rank in France |
|---|---|---|
| Lille | 238,695 | #11 |
| Amiens | 143,086 | #28 |
| Roubaix | 99,507 | #43 |
| Tourcoing | 99,160 | #44 |
| Dunkirk | 86,263 | #49 |
| Calais | 74,433 | #65 |
| Villeneuve-d'Ascq | 62,400 | #77 |
| Saint-Quentin | 55,407 | #95 |
Cities near Arras
FAQ
What is the population of Arras?
Arras has a population of 47,052 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #134 biggest city in France.
What region is Arras in?
Arras is located in Hauts-de-France, France.
Is Arras the capital of France?
No, the capital of France is Paris, about 163 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.