Upplands Väsby Population 2026
Upplands Väsby has a population of 36,534, making it the #39 biggest city in 🇸🇪 Sweden, located in Stockholm. Roughly 0.3% of Sweden's population lives here. It is about 41× smaller than Stockholm, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
36,534
Rank in Sweden
#39
Coordinates
59.52°N, 17.91°E
~17 m elevation · Europe/Stockholm
Distance to capital (Stockholm)
23 km
14 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Stockholm
| City | Population | Rank in Sweden |
|---|---|---|
| Stockholm | 1,515,017 | #1 |
| Sollentuna | 139,606 | #7 |
| Huddinge | 90,182 | #13 |
| Haninge | 74,968 | #16 |
| Södertälje | 70,777 | #20 |
| Solna | 66,909 | #23 |
| Täby | 58,123 | #27 |
| Lidingö | 42,466 | #31 |
Cities near Upplands Väsby
- Vallentuna31,937 people · ~10 km away
- Sollentuna139,606 people · ~10 km away
- Jakobsberg24,046 people · ~11 km away
- Märsta27,034 people · ~12 km away
- Täby58,123 people · ~12 km away
- Danderyd32,425 people · ~14 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Upplands Väsby?
Upplands Väsby has a population of 36,534 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #39 biggest city in Sweden.
What region is Upplands Väsby in?
Upplands Väsby is located in Stockholm, Sweden.
Is Upplands Väsby the capital of Sweden?
No, the capital of Sweden is Stockholm, about 23 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.