Västervik Population 2026
Västervik has a population of 21,178, making it the #71 biggest city in 🇸🇪 Sweden, located in Kalmar. Roughly 0.2% of Sweden's population lives here. It is about 72× smaller than Stockholm, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,178
Rank in Sweden
#71
Coordinates
57.76°N, 16.64°E
~11 m elevation · Europe/Stockholm
Distance to capital (Stockholm)
193 km
120 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kalmar
| City | Population | Rank in Sweden |
|---|---|---|
| Kalmar | 38,408 | #36 |
| Oskarshamn | 18,287 | #83 |
Cities near Västervik
- Oskarshamn18,287 people · ~56 km away
- Linköping166,673 people · ~94 km away
- Norrköping93,765 people · ~97 km away
- Visby23,402 people · ~99 km away
- Nyköping38,780 people · ~113 km away
- Nässjö17,719 people · ~116 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Västervik?
Västervik has a population of 21,178 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #71 biggest city in Sweden.
What region is Västervik in?
Västervik is located in Kalmar, Sweden.
Is Västervik the capital of Sweden?
No, the capital of Sweden is Stockholm, about 193 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.