Sundsvall Population 2026
Sundsvall has a population of 57,606, making it the #28 biggest city in 🇸🇪 Sweden, located in Västernorrland. Roughly 0.5% of Sweden's population lives here. It is about 26× smaller than Stockholm, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
57,606
Rank in Sweden
#28
Coordinates
62.39°N, 17.31°E
~26 m elevation · Europe/Stockholm
Distance to capital (Stockholm)
343 km
213 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Västernorrland
| City | Population | Rank in Sweden |
|---|---|---|
| Örnsköldsvik | 32,493 | #45 |
| Härnösand | 25,012 | #57 |
Cities near Sundsvall
- Härnösand25,012 people · ~42 km away
- Hudiksvall16,081 people · ~75 km away
- Örnsköldsvik32,493 people · ~123 km away
- Östersund49,806 people · ~162 km away
- Gävle74,884 people · ~191 km away
- Sandviken24,724 people · ~199 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sundsvall?
Sundsvall has a population of 57,606 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #28 biggest city in Sweden.
What region is Sundsvall in?
Sundsvall is located in Västernorrland, Sweden.
Is Sundsvall the capital of Sweden?
No, the capital of Sweden is Stockholm, about 343 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.