Västerås Population 2026
Västerås has a population of 127,799, making it the #9 biggest city in 🇸🇪 Sweden, located in Västmanland. Roughly 1.2% of Sweden's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Stockholm, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
127,799
Rank in Sweden
#9
Coordinates
59.62°N, 16.55°E
~16 m elevation · Europe/Stockholm
Distance to capital (Stockholm)
91 km
57 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Västmanland
| City | Population | Rank in Sweden |
|---|---|---|
| Köping | 18,355 | #82 |
Cities near Västerås
- Eskilstuna67,359 people · ~28 km away
- Enköping22,553 people · ~30 km away
- Köping18,355 people · ~34 km away
- Uppsala177,074 people · ~67 km away
- Katrineholm23,283 people · ~72 km away
- Märsta27,034 people · ~73 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Västerås?
Västerås has a population of 127,799 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #9 biggest city in Sweden.
What region is Västerås in?
Västerås is located in Västmanland, Sweden.
Is Västerås the capital of Sweden?
No, the capital of Sweden is Stockholm, about 91 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.