Saint-Lô Population 2026
Saint-Lô has a population of 21,722, making it the #404 biggest city in 🇫🇷 France, located in Normandy. It is about 98× smaller than Paris, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,722
Rank in France
#404
Coordinates
49.12°N, 1.09°W
~41 m elevation · Europe/Paris
Distance to capital (Paris)
253 km
157 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Normandy
| City | Population | Rank in France |
|---|---|---|
| Le Havre | 185,972 | #14 |
| Rouen | 116,331 | #35 |
| Caen | 110,624 | #39 |
| Évreux | 57,795 | #91 |
| Dieppe | 35,707 | #207 |
| Alençon | 30,786 | #255 |
| Sotteville-lès-Rouen | 30,619 | #256 |
| Saint-Étienne-du-Rouvray | 28,953 | #281 |
Cities near Saint-Lô
- Bayeux15,963 people · ~33 km away
- Caen110,624 people · ~54 km away
- Flers17,430 people · ~57 km away
- Hérouville-Saint-Clair24,258 people · ~58 km away
- Tourlaville18,273 people · ~68 km away
- Octeville16,951 people · ~69 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Saint-Lô?
Saint-Lô has a population of 21,722 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #404 biggest city in France.
What region is Saint-Lô in?
Saint-Lô is located in Normandy, France.
Is Saint-Lô the capital of France?
No, the capital of France is Paris, about 253 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.