Goes Population 2026
Goes has a population of 36,931, making it the #88 biggest city in 🇳🇱 Netherlands, located in Zeeland. Roughly 0.2% of Netherlands's population lives here. It is about 24× smaller than Rotterdam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
36,931
Rank in Netherlands
#88
Coordinates
51.50°N, 3.89°E
~4 m elevation · Europe/Amsterdam
Distance to capital (Amsterdam)
119 km
74 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Zeeland
| City | Population | Rank in Netherlands |
|---|---|---|
| Middelburg | 46,485 | #66 |
| Vlissingen | 45,273 | #70 |
| Terneuzen | 27,930 | #120 |
| Borssele | 22,285 | #163 |
Cities near Goes
- Borssele22,285 people · ~14 km away
- Middelburg46,485 people · ~19 km away
- Terneuzen27,930 people · ~19 km away
- Vlissingen45,273 people · ~23 km away
- Bergen op Zoom66,256 people · ~28 km away
- Steenbergen23,582 people · ~31 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Goes?
Goes has a population of 36,931 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #88 biggest city in Netherlands.
What region is Goes in?
Goes is located in Zeeland, Netherlands.
Is Goes the capital of Netherlands?
No, the capital of Netherlands is Amsterdam, about 119 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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