Best Population 2026
Best has a population of 29,074, making it the #115 biggest city in 🇳🇱 Netherlands, located in North Brabant. Roughly 0.2% of Netherlands's population lives here. It is about 30× smaller than Rotterdam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,074
Rank in Netherlands
#115
Coordinates
51.51°N, 5.39°E
~17 m elevation · Europe/Amsterdam
Distance to capital (Amsterdam)
102 km
63 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Brabant
| City | Population | Rank in Netherlands |
|---|---|---|
| Eindhoven | 235,691 | #6 |
| Tilburg | 221,947 | #7 |
| Breda | 184,126 | #8 |
| 's-Hertogenbosch | 160,783 | #13 |
| Roosendaal | 77,725 | #35 |
| Oss | 76,430 | #36 |
| Helmond | 74,740 | #39 |
| Bergen op Zoom | 66,256 | #49 |
Cities near Best
FAQ
What is the population of Best?
Best has a population of 29,074 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #115 biggest city in Netherlands.
What region is Best in?
Best is located in North Brabant, Netherlands.
Is Best the capital of Netherlands?
No, the capital of Netherlands is Amsterdam, about 102 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.
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