Kalmar Population 2026
Kalmar has a population of 38,408, making it the #36 biggest city in 🇸🇪 Sweden, located in Kalmar. Roughly 0.4% of Sweden's population lives here. It is about 39× smaller than Stockholm, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
38,408
Rank in Sweden
#36
Coordinates
56.66°N, 16.36°E
~7 m elevation · Europe/Stockholm
Distance to capital (Stockholm)
313 km
194 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kalmar
| City | Population | Rank in Sweden |
|---|---|---|
| Västervik | 21,178 | #71 |
| Oskarshamn | 18,287 | #83 |
Cities near Kalmar
- Oskarshamn18,287 people · ~67 km away
- Karlskrona66,675 people · ~73 km away
- Växjö71,282 people · ~98 km away
- Karlshamn20,112 people · ~107 km away
- Västervik21,178 people · ~123 km away
- Ljungby15,785 people · ~149 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kalmar?
Kalmar has a population of 38,408 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #36 biggest city in Sweden.
What region is Kalmar in?
Kalmar is located in Kalmar, Sweden.
Is Kalmar the capital of Sweden?
No, the capital of Sweden is Stockholm, about 313 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.