Purmerend Population 2026
Purmerend has a population of 80,117, making it the #32 biggest city in 🇳🇱 Netherlands, located in North Holland. Roughly 0.4% of Netherlands's population lives here. It is about 11× smaller than Rotterdam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
80,117
Rank in Netherlands
#32
Coordinates
52.51°N, 4.96°E
~2 m elevation · Europe/Amsterdam
Distance to capital (Amsterdam)
15 km
9 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Holland
Cities near Purmerend
FAQ
What is the population of Purmerend?
Purmerend has a population of 80,117 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #32 biggest city in Netherlands.
What region is Purmerend in?
Purmerend is located in North Holland, Netherlands.
Is Purmerend the capital of Netherlands?
No, the capital of Netherlands is Amsterdam, about 15 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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