Berlin Population 2026 capital
Berlin has a population of 3,426,354, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇩🇪 Germany, located in State of Berlin. Roughly 4.1% of Germany's population lives here. Berlin is the capital of Germany.
Population (city proper)
3,426,354
Rank in Germany
#1
Coordinates
52.52°N, 13.41°E
~74 m elevation · Europe/Berlin
Cities near Berlin
- Bernau bei Berlin34,866 people · ~21 km away
- Falkensee37,468 people · ~22 km away
- Potsdam184,754 people · ~27 km away
- Oranienburg40,793 people · ~28 km away
- Eberswalde41,980 people · ~44 km away
- Fürstenwalde33,539 people · ~48 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Berlin?
Berlin has a population of 3,426,354 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Germany.
What region is Berlin in?
Berlin is located in State of Berlin, Germany.
Is Berlin the capital of Germany?
Yes, Berlin is the capital of Germany.
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.
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