Drachten Population 2026
Drachten has a population of 45,186, making it the #72 biggest city in 🇳🇱 Netherlands, located in Friesland. Roughly 0.2% of Netherlands's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than Rotterdam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
45,186
Rank in Netherlands
#72
Coordinates
53.11°N, 6.10°E
~3 m elevation · Europe/Amsterdam
Distance to capital (Amsterdam)
116 km
72 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Friesland
| City | Population | Rank in Netherlands |
|---|---|---|
| Leeuwarden | 124,481 | #20 |
| Heerenveen | 43,094 | #75 |
| Sneek | 32,811 | #98 |
| Harlingen | 16,119 | #222 |
Cities near Drachten
- Leek19,651 people · ~19 km away
- Heerenveen43,094 people · ~21 km away
- Leeuwarden124,481 people · ~22 km away
- Sneek32,811 people · ~31 km away
- Groningen244,807 people · ~33 km away
- Assen68,836 people · ~34 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Drachten?
Drachten has a population of 45,186 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #72 biggest city in Netherlands.
What region is Drachten in?
Drachten is located in Friesland, Netherlands.
Is Drachten the capital of Netherlands?
No, the capital of Netherlands is Amsterdam, about 116 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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