Varberg Population 2026
Varberg has a population of 34,248, making it the #43 biggest city in 🇸🇪 Sweden, located in Halland. Roughly 0.3% of Sweden's population lives here. It is about 44× smaller than Stockholm, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
34,248
Rank in Sweden
#43
Coordinates
57.11°N, 12.25°E
~15 m elevation · Europe/Stockholm
Distance to capital (Stockholm)
421 km
261 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Halland
| City | Population | Rank in Sweden |
|---|---|---|
| Halmstad | 70,480 | #21 |
| Falkenberg | 24,099 | #60 |
| Kungsbacka | 18,698 | #79 |
Cities near Varberg
- Falkenberg24,099 people · ~27 km away
- Kungsbacka18,698 people · ~44 km away
- Kinna15,019 people · ~52 km away
- Halmstad70,480 people · ~60 km away
- Mölnlycke17,579 people · ~62 km away
- Mölndal59,430 people · ~63 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Varberg?
Varberg has a population of 34,248 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #43 biggest city in Sweden.
What region is Varberg in?
Varberg is located in Halland, Sweden.
Is Varberg the capital of Sweden?
No, the capital of Sweden is Stockholm, about 421 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.