Paris Population 2026 capital
Paris has a population of 2,138,551, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇫🇷 France, located in Île-de-France. Roughly 3.2% of France's population lives here. Paris is the capital of France.
Population (city proper)
2,138,551
Rank in France
#1
Coordinates
48.85°N, 2.35°E
~42 m elevation · Europe/Paris
Other big cities in Île-de-France
| City | Population | Rank in France |
|---|---|---|
| Marne La Vallée | 318,325 | #7 |
| Cergy-Pontoise | 183,430 | #15 |
| Paris 19 Buttes-Chaumont | 178,691 | #16 |
| Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines | 146,598 | #25 |
| Montreuil | 111,240 | #37 |
| Boulogne-Billancourt | 108,782 | #40 |
| Argenteuil | 101,475 | #42 |
| Saint-Denis | 96,128 | #45 |
Cities near Paris
- Quinze-Vingts26,265 people · ~2 km away
- Gare75,580 people · ~3 km away
- Maison Blanche64,302 people · ~3 km away
- Paris 19 Buttes-Chaumont178,691 people · ~4 km away
- Ivry-sur-Seine57,897 people · ~5 km away
- Montreuil111,240 people · ~7 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Paris?
Paris has a population of 2,138,551 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in France.
What region is Paris in?
Paris is located in Île-de-France, France.
Is Paris the capital of France?
Yes, Paris is the capital of France.
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.