Helmond Population 2026
Helmond has a population of 74,740, making it the #39 biggest city in 🇳🇱 Netherlands, located in North Brabant. Roughly 0.4% of Netherlands's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Rotterdam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
74,740
Rank in Netherlands
#39
Coordinates
51.48°N, 5.66°E
~19 m elevation · Europe/Amsterdam
Distance to capital (Amsterdam)
112 km
70 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Brabant
| City | Population | Rank in Netherlands |
|---|---|---|
| Eindhoven | 235,691 | #6 |
| Tilburg | 221,947 | #7 |
| Breda | 184,126 | #8 |
| 's-Hertogenbosch | 160,783 | #13 |
| Roosendaal | 77,725 | #35 |
| Oss | 76,430 | #36 |
| Bergen op Zoom | 66,256 | #49 |
| Oosterhout | 53,107 | #57 |
Cities near Helmond
FAQ
What is the population of Helmond?
Helmond has a population of 74,740 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #39 biggest city in Netherlands.
What region is Helmond in?
Helmond is located in North Brabant, Netherlands.
Is Helmond the capital of Netherlands?
No, the capital of Netherlands is Amsterdam, about 112 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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