Bern Population 2026 capital
Bern has a population of 121,631, making it the #5 biggest city in 🇨🇭 Switzerland, located in Bern. Roughly 1.4% of Switzerland's population lives here. It is about 3.4× smaller than Zürich, the country's biggest city. Bern is the capital of Switzerland.
Population (city proper)
121,631
Rank in Switzerland
#5
Coordinates
46.95°N, 7.45°E
~549 m elevation · Europe/Zurich
Other big cities in Bern
| City | Population | Rank in Switzerland |
|---|---|---|
| Biel/Bienne | 55,120 | #10 |
| Thun | 43,723 | #11 |
| Köniz | 41,784 | #13 |
| Burgdorf | 16,420 | #60 |
| Steffisburg | 15,709 | #69 |
Cities near Bern
- Köniz41,784 people · ~4 km away
- Burgdorf16,420 people · ~18 km away
- Steffisburg15,709 people · ~24 km away
- Thun43,723 people · ~26 km away
- Biel/Bienne55,120 people · ~26 km away
- Grenchen15,927 people · ~27 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bern?
Bern has a population of 121,631 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #5 biggest city in Switzerland.
What region is Bern in?
Bern is located in Bern, Switzerland.
Is Bern the capital of Switzerland?
Yes, Bern is the capital of Switzerland.
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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