Laval Population 2026
Laval has a population of 50,489, making it the #122 biggest city in 🇫🇷 France, located in Pays de la Loire. Roughly 0.1% of France's population lives here. It is about 42× smaller than Paris, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
50,489
Rank in France
#122
Coordinates
48.07°N, 0.77°W
~54 m elevation · Europe/Paris
Distance to capital (Paris)
246 km
153 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Pays de la Loire
| City | Population | Rank in France |
|---|---|---|
| Nantes | 325,070 | #6 |
| Angers | 168,279 | #19 |
| Le Mans | 144,515 | #27 |
| Saint-Nazaire | 67,054 | #70 |
| La Roche-sur-Yon | 59,410 | #86 |
| Cholet | 53,160 | #108 |
| Saint-Herblain | 46,898 | #138 |
| Rezé | 39,248 | #180 |
Cities near Laval
FAQ
What is the population of Laval?
Laval has a population of 50,489 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #122 biggest city in France.
What region is Laval in?
Laval is located in Pays de la Loire, France.
Is Laval the capital of France?
No, the capital of France is Paris, about 246 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.