Caen Population 2026
Caen has a population of 110,624, making it the #39 biggest city in 🇫🇷 France, located in Normandy. Roughly 0.2% of France's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than Paris, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
110,624
Rank in France
#39
Coordinates
49.19°N, 0.36°W
~21 m elevation · Europe/Paris
Distance to capital (Paris)
201 km
125 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Normandy
| City | Population | Rank in France |
|---|---|---|
| Le Havre | 185,972 | #14 |
| Rouen | 116,331 | #35 |
| 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 |
| Cherbourg | 26,655 | #314 |
Cities near Caen
FAQ
What is the population of Caen?
Caen has a population of 110,624 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #39 biggest city in France.
What region is Caen in?
Caen is located in Normandy, France.
Is Caen the capital of France?
No, the capital of France is Paris, about 201 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.