Chalon-sur-Saône Population 2026
Chalon-sur-Saône has a population of 47,251, making it the #133 biggest city in 🇫🇷 France, located in Bourgogne. Roughly 0.1% of France's population lives here. It is about 45× smaller than Paris, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
47,251
Rank in France
#133
Coordinates
46.78°N, 4.85°E
~179 m elevation · Europe/Paris
Distance to capital (Paris)
297 km
184 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bourgogne
Cities near Chalon-sur-Saône
- Beaune24,162 people · ~27 km away
- Saint-Leu29,278 people · ~27 km away
- Le Creusot25,590 people · ~33 km away
- Montceau-les-Mines20,221 people · ~39 km away
- Mâcon35,484 people · ~52 km away
- Lons-le-Saunier20,678 people · ~55 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Chalon-sur-Saône?
Chalon-sur-Saône has a population of 47,251 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #133 biggest city in France.
What region is Chalon-sur-Saône in?
Chalon-sur-Saône is located in Bourgogne, France.
Is Chalon-sur-Saône the capital of France?
No, the capital of France is Paris, about 297 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.