Den Helder Population 2026
Den Helder has a population of 59,569, making it the #54 biggest city in 🇳🇱 Netherlands, located in North Holland. Roughly 0.3% of Netherlands's population lives here. It is about 15× smaller than Rotterdam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
59,569
Rank in Netherlands
#54
Coordinates
52.96°N, 4.76°E
~3 m elevation · Europe/Amsterdam
Distance to capital (Amsterdam)
66 km
41 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Holland
Cities near Den Helder
- Julianadorp15,135 people · ~8 km away
- Schagen19,890 people · ~19 km away
- Medemblik41,500 people · ~31 km away
- Bergen29,715 people · ~33 km away
- Heerhugowaard47,580 people · ~33 km away
- Alkmaar94,853 people · ~37 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Den Helder?
Den Helder has a population of 59,569 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #54 biggest city in Netherlands.
What region is Den Helder in?
Den Helder is located in North Holland, Netherlands.
Is Den Helder the capital of Netherlands?
No, the capital of Netherlands is Amsterdam, about 66 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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