Hudiksvall Population 2026
Hudiksvall has a population of 16,081, making it the #91 biggest city in 🇸🇪 Sweden, located in Gävleborg. Roughly 0.2% of Sweden's population lives here. It is about 94× smaller than Stockholm, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,081
Rank in Sweden
#91
Coordinates
61.73°N, 17.11°E
~2 m elevation · Europe/Stockholm
Distance to capital (Stockholm)
272 km
169 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Gävleborg
Cities near Hudiksvall
FAQ
What is the population of Hudiksvall?
Hudiksvall has a population of 16,081 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #91 biggest city in Sweden.
What region is Hudiksvall in?
Hudiksvall is located in Gävleborg, Sweden.
Is Hudiksvall the capital of Sweden?
No, the capital of Sweden is Stockholm, about 272 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.