Borås Population 2026
Borås has a population of 71,700, making it the #18 biggest city in 🇸🇪 Sweden, located in Västra Götaland. Roughly 0.7% of Sweden's population lives here. It is about 21× smaller than Stockholm, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
71,700
Rank in Sweden
#18
Coordinates
57.72°N, 12.94°E
~143 m elevation · Europe/Stockholm
Distance to capital (Stockholm)
347 km
215 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Västra Götaland
| City | Population | Rank in Sweden |
|---|---|---|
| Gothenburg | 608,462 | #2 |
| Mölndal | 59,430 | #26 |
| Trollhättan | 48,573 | #30 |
| Skövde | 36,842 | #38 |
| Uddevalla | 34,781 | #41 |
| Partille | 28,648 | #51 |
| Lerum | 26,913 | #54 |
| Alingsås | 26,329 | #55 |
Cities near Borås
FAQ
What is the population of Borås?
Borås has a population of 71,700 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #18 biggest city in Sweden.
What region is Borås in?
Borås is located in Västra Götaland, Sweden.
Is Borås the capital of Sweden?
No, the capital of Sweden is Stockholm, about 347 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.