Middelburg Population 2026
Middelburg has a population of 46,485, making it the #66 biggest city in 🇳🇱 Netherlands, located in Zeeland. Roughly 0.3% of Netherlands's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than Rotterdam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
46,485
Rank in Netherlands
#66
Coordinates
51.50°N, 3.61°E
~8 m elevation · Europe/Amsterdam
Distance to capital (Amsterdam)
131 km
81 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Zeeland
| City | Population | Rank in Netherlands |
|---|---|---|
| Vlissingen | 45,273 | #70 |
| Goes | 36,931 | #88 |
| Terneuzen | 27,930 | #120 |
| Borssele | 22,285 | #163 |
Cities near Middelburg
- Vlissingen45,273 people · ~7 km away
- Borssele22,285 people · ~12 km away
- Goes36,931 people · ~19 km away
- Terneuzen27,930 people · ~24 km away
- Bergen op Zoom66,256 people · ~47 km away
- Middelharnis17,554 people · ~48 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Middelburg?
Middelburg has a population of 46,485 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #66 biggest city in Netherlands.
What region is Middelburg in?
Middelburg is located in Zeeland, Netherlands.
Is Middelburg the capital of Netherlands?
No, the capital of Netherlands is Amsterdam, about 131 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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