Skellefteå Population 2026
Skellefteå has a population of 35,516, making it the #40 biggest city in 🇸🇪 Sweden, located in Västerbotten. Roughly 0.3% of Sweden's population lives here. It is about 43× smaller than Stockholm, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
35,516
Rank in Sweden
#40
Coordinates
64.75°N, 20.95°E
~34 m elevation · Europe/Stockholm
Distance to capital (Stockholm)
621 km
386 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Västerbotten
| City | Population | Rank in Sweden |
|---|---|---|
| Umeå | 130,224 | #8 |
Cities near Skellefteå
FAQ
What is the population of Skellefteå?
Skellefteå has a population of 35,516 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #40 biggest city in Sweden.
What region is Skellefteå in?
Skellefteå is located in Västerbotten, Sweden.
Is Skellefteå the capital of Sweden?
No, the capital of Sweden is Stockholm, about 621 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.