Kungälv Population 2026
Kungälv has a population of 24,101, making it the #59 biggest city in 🇸🇪 Sweden, located in Västra Götaland. Roughly 0.2% of Sweden's population lives here. It is about 63× smaller than Stockholm, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,101
Rank in Sweden
#59
Coordinates
57.87°N, 11.98°E
~13 m elevation · Europe/Stockholm
Distance to capital (Stockholm)
388 km
241 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 Kungälv
FAQ
What is the population of Kungälv?
Kungälv has a population of 24,101 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #59 biggest city in Sweden.
What region is Kungälv in?
Kungälv is located in Västra Götaland, Sweden.
Is Kungälv the capital of Sweden?
No, the capital of Sweden is Stockholm, about 388 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.