Karlskrona Population 2026
Karlskrona has a population of 66,675, making it the #24 biggest city in 🇸🇪 Sweden, located in Blekinge. Roughly 0.6% of Sweden's population lives here. It is about 23× smaller than Stockholm, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
66,675
Rank in Sweden
#24
Coordinates
56.16°N, 15.59°E
~18 m elevation · Europe/Stockholm
Distance to capital (Stockholm)
382 km
237 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Blekinge
| City | Population | Rank in Sweden |
|---|---|---|
| Karlshamn | 20,112 | #73 |
Cities near Karlskrona
- Karlshamn20,112 people · ~45 km away
- Kalmar38,408 people · ~73 km away
- Kristianstad39,762 people · ~90 km away
- Växjö71,282 people · ~93 km away
- Hässleholm19,309 people · ~113 km away
- Ljungby15,785 people · ~126 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Karlskrona?
Karlskrona has a population of 66,675 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #24 biggest city in Sweden.
What region is Karlskrona in?
Karlskrona is located in Blekinge, Sweden.
Is Karlskrona the capital of Sweden?
No, the capital of Sweden is Stockholm, about 382 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.