Lidköping Population 2026
Lidköping has a population of 22,988, making it the #68 biggest city in 🇸🇪 Sweden, located in Västra Götaland. Roughly 0.2% of Sweden's population lives here. It is about 66× smaller than Stockholm, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,988
Rank in Sweden
#68
Coordinates
58.51°N, 13.16°E
~52 m elevation · Europe/Stockholm
Distance to capital (Stockholm)
296 km
184 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 Lidköping
- Skövde36,842 people · ~42 km away
- Falköping17,170 people · ~43 km away
- Mariestad16,122 people · ~45 km away
- Vänersborg23,119 people · ~50 km away
- Trollhättan48,573 people · ~56 km away
- Uddevalla34,781 people · ~73 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Lidköping?
Lidköping has a population of 22,988 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #68 biggest city in Sweden.
What region is Lidköping in?
Lidköping is located in Västra Götaland, Sweden.
Is Lidköping the capital of Sweden?
No, the capital of Sweden is Stockholm, about 296 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.