Bilthoven Population 2026
Bilthoven has a population of 23,248, making it the #152 biggest city in 🇳🇱 Netherlands, located in Utrecht. Roughly 0.1% of Netherlands's population lives here. It is about 37× smaller than Rotterdam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,248
Rank in Netherlands
#152
Coordinates
52.13°N, 5.20°E
~6 m elevation · Europe/Amsterdam
Distance to capital (Amsterdam)
34 km
21 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Utrecht
| City | Population | Rank in Netherlands |
|---|---|---|
| Utrecht | 376,435 | #4 |
| Amersfoort | 139,914 | #16 |
| Nieuwegein | 61,489 | #51 |
| Veenendaal | 61,271 | #52 |
| Zeist | 60,949 | #53 |
| Woerden | 48,431 | #62 |
| Soest | 45,021 | #73 |
| Maarssen | 39,675 | #80 |
Cities near Bilthoven
FAQ
What is the population of Bilthoven?
Bilthoven has a population of 23,248 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #152 biggest city in Netherlands.
What region is Bilthoven in?
Bilthoven is located in Utrecht, Netherlands.
Is Bilthoven the capital of Netherlands?
No, the capital of Netherlands is Amsterdam, about 34 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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