The Hague Population 2026
The Hague has a population of 474,292, making it the #3 biggest city in 🇳🇱 Netherlands, located in South Holland. Roughly 2.6% of Netherlands's population lives here. It is about 1.8× smaller than Rotterdam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
474,292
Rank in Netherlands
#3
Coordinates
52.08°N, 4.30°E
~4 m elevation · Europe/Amsterdam
Distance to capital (Amsterdam)
52 km
32 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Holland
| City | Population | Rank in Netherlands |
|---|---|---|
| Rotterdam | 868,135 | #1 |
| Leiden | 119,713 | #22 |
| Dordrecht | 119,260 | #23 |
| Zoetermeer | 115,845 | #24 |
| Delft | 95,060 | #27 |
| Schiedam | 75,438 | #37 |
| Spijkenisse | 74,988 | #38 |
| Vlaardingen | 73,798 | #40 |
Cities near The Hague
FAQ
What is the population of The Hague?
The Hague has a population of 474,292 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3 biggest city in Netherlands.
What region is The Hague in?
The Hague is located in South Holland, Netherlands.
Is The Hague the capital of Netherlands?
No, the capital of Netherlands is Amsterdam, about 52 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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