Dijon Population 2026
Dijon has a population of 159,941, making it the #20 biggest city in 🇫🇷 France, located in Bourgogne. Roughly 0.2% of France's population lives here. It is about 13× smaller than Paris, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
159,941
Rank in France
#20
Coordinates
47.31°N, 5.01°E
~240 m elevation · Europe/Paris
Distance to capital (Paris)
262 km
163 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bourgogne
| City | Population | Rank in France |
|---|---|---|
| Besançon | 128,426 | #32 |
| Belfort | 54,562 | #97 |
| Chalon-sur-Saône | 47,251 | #133 |
| Nevers | 43,988 | #155 |
| Auxerre | 41,516 | #166 |
| Mâcon | 35,484 | #212 |
| Saint-Leu | 29,278 | #275 |
| Montbéliard | 28,865 | #284 |
Cities near Dijon
- Chenôve15,791 people · ~2 km away
- Beaune24,162 people · ~35 km away
- Dole25,878 people · ~44 km away
- Chalon-sur-Saône47,251 people · ~60 km away
- Le Creusot25,590 people · ~72 km away
- Saint-Leu29,278 people · ~76 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Dijon?
Dijon has a population of 159,941 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #20 biggest city in France.
What region is Dijon in?
Dijon is located in Bourgogne, France.
Is Dijon the capital of France?
No, the capital of France is Paris, about 262 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.