Gossau Population 2026
Gossau has a population of 17,043, making it the #54 biggest city in 🇨🇭 Switzerland, located in Saint Gallen. Roughly 0.2% of Switzerland's population lives here. It is about 24× smaller than Zürich, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,043
Rank in Switzerland
#54
Coordinates
47.42°N, 9.25°E
~637 m elevation · Europe/Zurich
Distance to capital (Bern)
146 km
91 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Saint Gallen
| City | Population | Rank in Switzerland |
|---|---|---|
| Sankt Gallen | 75,833 | #8 |
| Rapperswil | 34,776 | #18 |
| Wil | 23,955 | #30 |
| Jona | 17,655 | #52 |
Cities near Gossau
- Herisau15,744 people · ~4 km away
- Sankt Gallen75,833 people · ~9 km away
- Wil23,955 people · ~17 km away
- Kreuzlingen21,997 people · ~27 km away
- Frauenfeld25,607 people · ~31 km away
- Wetzikon24,764 people · ~36 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Gossau?
Gossau has a population of 17,043 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #54 biggest city in Switzerland.
What region is Gossau in?
Gossau is located in Saint Gallen, Switzerland.
Is Gossau the capital of Switzerland?
No, the capital of Switzerland is Bern, about 146 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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