Baden Population 2026
Baden has a population of 19,340, making it the #45 biggest city in 🇨🇭 Switzerland, located in Aargau. Roughly 0.2% of Switzerland's population lives here. It is about 21× smaller than Zürich, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,340
Rank in Switzerland
#45
Coordinates
47.47°N, 8.31°E
~381 m elevation · Europe/Zurich
Distance to capital (Bern)
87 km
54 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Aargau
Cities near Baden
FAQ
What is the population of Baden?
Baden has a population of 19,340 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #45 biggest city in Switzerland.
What region is Baden in?
Baden is located in Aargau, Switzerland.
Is Baden the capital of Switzerland?
No, the capital of Switzerland is Bern, about 87 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.
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