Kungsbacka Population 2026
Kungsbacka has a population of 18,698, making it the #79 biggest city in 🇸🇪 Sweden, located in Halland. Roughly 0.2% of Sweden's population lives here. It is about 81× smaller than Stockholm, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,698
Rank in Sweden
#79
Coordinates
57.49°N, 12.08°E
~6 m elevation · Europe/Stockholm
Distance to capital (Stockholm)
405 km
252 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Halland
| City | Population | Rank in Sweden |
|---|---|---|
| Halmstad | 70,480 | #21 |
| Varberg | 34,248 | #43 |
| Falkenberg | 24,099 | #60 |
Cities near Kungsbacka
- Mölndal59,430 people · ~19 km away
- Mölnlycke17,579 people · ~19 km away
- Västra Frölunda15,924 people · ~20 km away
- Gothenburg608,462 people · ~25 km away
- Partille28,648 people · ~28 km away
- Lerum26,913 people · ~34 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kungsbacka?
Kungsbacka has a population of 18,698 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #79 biggest city in Sweden.
What region is Kungsbacka in?
Kungsbacka is located in Halland, Sweden.
Is Kungsbacka the capital of Sweden?
No, the capital of Sweden is Stockholm, about 405 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.