Neuchâtel Population 2026
Neuchâtel has a population of 33,475, making it the #21 biggest city in 🇨🇭 Switzerland, located in Neuchâtel. Roughly 0.4% of Switzerland's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Zürich, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
33,475
Rank in Switzerland
#21
Coordinates
46.99°N, 6.93°E
~441 m elevation · Europe/Zurich
Distance to capital (Bern)
39 km
24 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Neuchâtel
| City | Population | Rank in Switzerland |
|---|---|---|
| La Chaux-de-Fonds | 37,942 | #15 |
Cities near Neuchâtel
- La Chaux-de-Fonds37,942 people · ~14 km away
- Fribourg38,365 people · ~27 km away
- Biel/Bienne55,120 people · ~29 km away
- Yverdon-les-Bains30,157 people · ~32 km away
- Köniz41,784 people · ~37 km away
- Bern121,631 people · ~39 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Neuchâtel?
Neuchâtel has a population of 33,475 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #21 biggest city in Switzerland.
What region is Neuchâtel in?
Neuchâtel is located in Neuchâtel, Switzerland.
Is Neuchâtel the capital of Switzerland?
No, the capital of Switzerland is Bern, about 39 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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