Skövde Population 2026
Skövde has a population of 36,842, making it the #38 biggest city in 🇸🇪 Sweden, located in Västra Götaland. Roughly 0.3% of Sweden's population lives here. It is about 41× smaller than Stockholm, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
36,842
Rank in Sweden
#38
Coordinates
58.39°N, 13.85°E
~152 m elevation · Europe/Stockholm
Distance to capital (Stockholm)
264 km
164 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 |
| Uddevalla | 34,781 | #41 |
| Partille | 28,648 | #51 |
| Lerum | 26,913 | #54 |
| Alingsås | 26,329 | #55 |
Cities near Skövde
FAQ
What is the population of Skövde?
Skövde has a population of 36,842 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #38 biggest city in Sweden.
What region is Skövde in?
Skövde is located in Västra Götaland, Sweden.
Is Skövde the capital of Sweden?
No, the capital of Sweden is Stockholm, about 264 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.