Umeå Population 2026
Umeå has a population of 130,224, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇸🇪 Sweden, located in Västerbotten. Roughly 1.2% of Sweden's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Stockholm, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
130,224
Rank in Sweden
#8
Coordinates
63.83°N, 20.26°E
~24 m elevation · Europe/Stockholm
Distance to capital (Stockholm)
513 km
319 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Västerbotten
| City | Population | Rank in Sweden |
|---|---|---|
| Skellefteå | 35,516 | #40 |
Cities near Umeå
- Örnsköldsvik32,493 people · ~97 km away
- Skellefteå35,516 people · ~108 km away
- Härnösand25,012 people · ~177 km away
- Piteå23,067 people · ~175 km away
- Sundsvall57,606 people · ~218 km away
- Luleå77,832 people · ~215 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Umeå?
Umeå has a population of 130,224 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Sweden.
What region is Umeå in?
Umeå is located in Västerbotten, Sweden.
Is Umeå the capital of Sweden?
No, the capital of Sweden is Stockholm, about 513 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.