Lelystad Population 2026
Lelystad has a population of 79,811, making it the #33 biggest city in 🇳🇱 Netherlands, located in Flevoland. Roughly 0.4% of Netherlands's population lives here. It is about 11× smaller than Rotterdam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
79,811
Rank in Netherlands
#33
Coordinates
52.51°N, 5.47°E
~-1 m elevation · Europe/Amsterdam
Distance to capital (Amsterdam)
42 km
26 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Flevoland
| City | Population | Rank in Netherlands |
|---|---|---|
| Almere Stad | 176,432 | #10 |
| Emmeloord | 46,409 | #67 |
| Dronten | 28,073 | #119 |
| Urk | 22,173 | #164 |
| Zeewolde | 19,022 | #193 |
Cities near Lelystad
- Dronten28,073 people · ~17 km away
- Urk22,173 people · ~19 km away
- Zeewolde19,022 people · ~20 km away
- Harderwijk40,516 people · ~21 km away
- Almere Stad176,432 people · ~23 km away
- Enkhuizen17,365 people · ~25 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Lelystad?
Lelystad has a population of 79,811 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #33 biggest city in Netherlands.
What region is Lelystad in?
Lelystad is located in Flevoland, Netherlands.
Is Lelystad the capital of Netherlands?
No, the capital of Netherlands is Amsterdam, about 42 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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