Lille Population 2026
Lille has a population of 238,695, making it the #11 biggest city in 🇫🇷 France, located in Hauts-de-France. Roughly 0.4% of France's population lives here. It is about 9.0× smaller than Paris, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
238,695
Rank in France
#11
Coordinates
50.63°N, 3.06°E
~20 m elevation · Europe/Paris
Distance to capital (Paris)
204 km
127 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hauts-de-France
| City | Population | Rank in France |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Beauvais | 53,393 | #106 |
Cities near Lille
FAQ
What is the population of Lille?
Lille has a population of 238,695 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #11 biggest city in France.
What region is Lille in?
Lille is located in Hauts-de-France, France.
Is Lille the capital of France?
No, the capital of France is Paris, about 204 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.