Linköping Population 2026
Linköping has a population of 166,673, making it the #5 biggest city in 🇸🇪 Sweden, located in Östergötland. Roughly 1.6% of Sweden's population lives here. It is about 9.1× smaller than Stockholm, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
166,673
Rank in Sweden
#5
Coordinates
58.41°N, 15.62°E
~58 m elevation · Europe/Stockholm
Distance to capital (Stockholm)
174 km
108 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Östergötland
| City | Population | Rank in Sweden |
|---|---|---|
| Norrköping | 93,765 | #12 |
| Motala | 30,944 | #49 |
Cities near Linköping
- Motala30,944 people · ~37 km away
- Norrköping93,765 people · ~38 km away
- Katrineholm23,283 people · ~73 km away
- Kumla16,663 people · ~84 km away
- Nyköping38,780 people · ~89 km away
- Västervik21,178 people · ~94 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Linköping?
Linköping has a population of 166,673 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #5 biggest city in Sweden.
What region is Linköping in?
Linköping is located in Östergötland, Sweden.
Is Linköping the capital of Sweden?
No, the capital of Sweden is Stockholm, about 174 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.