Veendam Population 2026
Veendam has a population of 28,155, making it the #118 biggest city in 🇳🇱 Netherlands, located in Groningen. Roughly 0.2% of Netherlands's population lives here. It is about 31× smaller than Rotterdam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
28,155
Rank in Netherlands
#118
Coordinates
53.11°N, 6.88°E
~2 m elevation · Europe/Amsterdam
Distance to capital (Amsterdam)
157 km
97 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Groningen
| City | Population | Rank in Netherlands |
|---|---|---|
| Groningen | 244,807 | #5 |
| Delfzijl | 28,649 | #117 |
| Hoogezand | 21,480 | #169 |
| Stadskanaal | 20,000 | #181 |
| Leek | 19,651 | #186 |
| Winschoten | 18,506 | #199 |
Cities near Veendam
- Hoogezand21,480 people · ~10 km away
- Winschoten18,506 people · ~11 km away
- Stadskanaal20,000 people · ~14 km away
- Groningen244,807 people · ~24 km away
- Assen68,836 people · ~24 km away
- Delfzijl28,649 people · ~25 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Veendam?
Veendam has a population of 28,155 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #118 biggest city in Netherlands.
What region is Veendam in?
Veendam is located in Groningen, Netherlands.
Is Veendam the capital of Netherlands?
No, the capital of Netherlands is Amsterdam, about 157 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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