Växjö Population 2026
Växjö has a population of 71,282, making it the #19 biggest city in 🇸🇪 Sweden, located in Kronoberg. Roughly 0.7% of Sweden's population lives here. It is about 21× smaller than Stockholm, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
71,282
Rank in Sweden
#19
Coordinates
56.88°N, 14.81°E
~169 m elevation · Europe/Stockholm
Distance to capital (Stockholm)
333 km
207 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kronoberg
| City | Population | Rank in Sweden |
|---|---|---|
| Ljungby | 15,785 | #94 |
Cities near Växjö
FAQ
What is the population of Växjö?
Växjö has a population of 71,282 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #19 biggest city in Sweden.
What region is Växjö in?
Växjö is located in Kronoberg, Sweden.
Is Växjö the capital of Sweden?
No, the capital of Sweden is Stockholm, about 333 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.