Auxerre Population 2026
Auxerre has a population of 41,516, making it the #166 biggest city in 🇫🇷 France, located in Bourgogne. Roughly 0.1% of France's population lives here. It is about 52× smaller than Paris, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
41,516
Rank in France
#166
Coordinates
47.80°N, 3.57°E
~120 m elevation · Europe/Paris
Distance to capital (Paris)
148 km
92 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bourgogne
| City | Population | Rank in France |
|---|---|---|
| Dijon | 159,941 | #20 |
| Besançon | 128,426 | #32 |
| Belfort | 54,562 | #97 |
| Chalon-sur-Saône | 47,251 | #133 |
| Nevers | 43,988 | #155 |
| Mâcon | 35,484 | #212 |
| Saint-Leu | 29,278 | #275 |
| Montbéliard | 28,865 | #284 |
Cities near Auxerre
FAQ
What is the population of Auxerre?
Auxerre has a population of 41,516 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #166 biggest city in France.
What region is Auxerre in?
Auxerre is located in Bourgogne, France.
Is Auxerre the capital of France?
No, the capital of France is Paris, about 148 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.