Delfzijl Population 2026
Delfzijl has a population of 28,649, making it the #117 biggest city in 🇳🇱 Netherlands, located in Groningen. Roughly 0.2% of Netherlands's population lives here. It is about 30× smaller than Rotterdam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
28,649
Rank in Netherlands
#117
Coordinates
53.33°N, 6.92°E
Europe/Amsterdam
Distance to capital (Amsterdam)
173 km
107 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Groningen
| City | Population | Rank in Netherlands |
|---|---|---|
| Groningen | 244,807 | #5 |
| Veendam | 28,155 | #118 |
| Hoogezand | 21,480 | #169 |
| Stadskanaal | 20,000 | #181 |
| Leek | 19,651 | #186 |
| Winschoten | 18,506 | #199 |
Cities near Delfzijl
- Hoogezand21,480 people · ~21 km away
- Winschoten18,506 people · ~22 km away
- Veendam28,155 people · ~25 km away
- Groningen244,807 people · ~26 km away
- Stadskanaal20,000 people · ~38 km away
- Leek19,651 people · ~41 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Delfzijl?
Delfzijl has a population of 28,649 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #117 biggest city in Netherlands.
What region is Delfzijl in?
Delfzijl is located in Groningen, Netherlands.
Is Delfzijl the capital of Netherlands?
No, the capital of Netherlands is Amsterdam, about 173 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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