Falköping Population 2026
Falköping has a population of 17,170, making it the #86 biggest city in 🇸🇪 Sweden, located in Västra Götaland. Roughly 0.2% of Sweden's population lives here. It is about 88× smaller than Stockholm, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,170
Rank in Sweden
#86
Coordinates
58.17°N, 13.55°E
~217 m elevation · Europe/Stockholm
Distance to capital (Stockholm)
291 km
181 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Västra Götaland
| City | Population | Rank in Sweden |
|---|---|---|
| Gothenburg | 608,462 | #2 |
| Borås | 71,700 | #18 |
| Mölndal | 59,430 | #26 |
| Trollhättan | 48,573 | #30 |
| Skövde | 36,842 | #38 |
| Uddevalla | 34,781 | #41 |
| Partille | 28,648 | #51 |
| Lerum | 26,913 | #54 |
Cities near Falköping
FAQ
What is the population of Falköping?
Falköping has a population of 17,170 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #86 biggest city in Sweden.
What region is Falköping in?
Falköping is located in Västra Götaland, Sweden.
Is Falköping the capital of Sweden?
No, the capital of Sweden is Stockholm, about 291 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.