Mölndal Population 2026
Mölndal has a population of 59,430, making it the #26 biggest city in 🇸🇪 Sweden, located in Västra Götaland. Roughly 0.6% of Sweden's population lives here. It is about 25× smaller than Stockholm, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
59,430
Rank in Sweden
#26
Coordinates
57.66°N, 12.01°E
~9 m elevation · Europe/Stockholm
Distance to capital (Stockholm)
398 km
247 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Västra Götaland
| City | Population | Rank in Sweden |
|---|---|---|
| Gothenburg | 608,462 | #2 |
| Borås | 71,700 | #18 |
| Trollhättan | 48,573 | #30 |
| Skövde | 36,842 | #38 |
| Uddevalla | 34,781 | #41 |
| Partille | 28,648 | #51 |
| Lerum | 26,913 | #54 |
| Alingsås | 26,329 | #55 |
Cities near Mölndal
- Västra Frölunda15,924 people · ~5 km away
- Mölnlycke17,579 people · ~6 km away
- Gothenburg608,462 people · ~6 km away
- Partille28,648 people · ~11 km away
- Björlanda23,088 people · ~16 km away
- Kungsbacka18,698 people · ~19 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mölndal?
Mölndal has a population of 59,430 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #26 biggest city in Sweden.
What region is Mölndal in?
Mölndal is located in Västra Götaland, Sweden.
Is Mölndal the capital of Sweden?
No, the capital of Sweden is Stockholm, about 398 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.