Saint-Leu Population 2026
Saint-Leu has a population of 29,278, making it the #275 biggest city in 🇫🇷 France, located in Bourgogne. It is about 73× smaller than Paris, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,278
Rank in France
#275
Coordinates
46.73°N, 4.50°E
~366 m elevation · Europe/Paris
Distance to capital (Paris)
286 km
178 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bourgogne
| City | Population | Rank in France |
|---|---|---|
| Dijon | 159,941 | #20 |
| 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 |
| Montbéliard | 28,865 | #284 |
Cities near Saint-Leu
- Le Creusot25,590 people · ~11 km away
- Montceau-les-Mines20,221 people · ~12 km away
- Chalon-sur-Saône47,251 people · ~27 km away
- Beaune24,162 people · ~42 km away
- Mâcon35,484 people · ~53 km away
- Chenôve15,791 people · ~73 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Saint-Leu?
Saint-Leu has a population of 29,278 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #275 biggest city in France.
What region is Saint-Leu in?
Saint-Leu is located in Bourgogne, France.
Is Saint-Leu the capital of France?
No, the capital of France is Paris, about 286 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.