Eskilstuna Population 2026
Eskilstuna has a population of 67,359, making it the #22 biggest city in 🇸🇪 Sweden, located in Södermanland. Roughly 0.6% of Sweden's population lives here. It is about 22× smaller than Stockholm, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
67,359
Rank in Sweden
#22
Coordinates
59.37°N, 16.51°E
~27 m elevation · Europe/Stockholm
Distance to capital (Stockholm)
89 km
55 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Södermanland
| City | Population | Rank in Sweden |
|---|---|---|
| Nyköping | 38,780 | #35 |
| Katrineholm | 23,283 | #63 |
Cities near Eskilstuna
- Västerås127,799 people · ~28 km away
- Köping18,355 people · ~33 km away
- Enköping22,553 people · ~44 km away
- Katrineholm23,283 people · ~45 km away
- Södertälje70,777 people · ~66 km away
- Nyköping38,780 people · ~74 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Eskilstuna?
Eskilstuna has a population of 67,359 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #22 biggest city in Sweden.
What region is Eskilstuna in?
Eskilstuna is located in Södermanland, Sweden.
Is Eskilstuna the capital of Sweden?
No, the capital of Sweden is Stockholm, about 89 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.