Uppsala Population 2026
Uppsala has a population of 177,074, making it the #4 biggest city in 🇸🇪 Sweden, located in Uppsala. Roughly 1.7% of Sweden's population lives here. It is about 8.6× smaller than Stockholm, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
177,074
Rank in Sweden
#4
Coordinates
59.86°N, 17.64°E
~20 m elevation · Europe/Stockholm
Distance to capital (Stockholm)
64 km
40 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Uppsala
| City | Population | Rank in Sweden |
|---|---|---|
| Enköping | 22,553 | #69 |
Cities near Uppsala
- Märsta27,034 people · ~29 km away
- Enköping22,553 people · ~40 km away
- Upplands Väsby36,534 people · ~41 km away
- Vallentuna31,937 people · ~44 km away
- Jakobsberg24,046 people · ~50 km away
- Sollentuna139,606 people · ~51 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Uppsala?
Uppsala has a population of 177,074 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #4 biggest city in Sweden.
What region is Uppsala in?
Uppsala is located in Uppsala, Sweden.
Is Uppsala the capital of Sweden?
No, the capital of Sweden is Stockholm, about 64 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.