Laon Population 2026
Laon has a population of 28,688, making it the #287 biggest city in 🇫🇷 France, located in Hauts-de-France. It is about 75× smaller than Paris, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
28,688
Rank in France
#287
Coordinates
49.56°N, 3.63°E
~180 m elevation · Europe/Paris
Distance to capital (Paris)
122 km
76 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 Laon
- Tergnier15,475 people · ~26 km away
- Soissons31,100 people · ~30 km away
- Saint-Quentin55,407 people · ~40 km away
- Reims196,565 people · ~44 km away
- Château-Thierry15,938 people · ~60 km away
- Compiègne44,243 people · ~60 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Laon?
Laon has a population of 28,688 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #287 biggest city in France.
What region is Laon in?
Laon is located in Hauts-de-France, France.
Is Laon the capital of France?
No, the capital of France is Paris, about 122 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.