Nyon Population 2026
Nyon has a population of 16,797, making it the #56 biggest city in 🇨🇭 Switzerland, located in Vaud. Roughly 0.2% of Switzerland's population lives here. It is about 25× smaller than Zürich, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,797
Rank in Switzerland
#56
Coordinates
46.38°N, 6.24°E
~401 m elevation · Europe/Zurich
Distance to capital (Bern)
112 km
70 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Vaud
Cities near Nyon
FAQ
What is the population of Nyon?
Nyon has a population of 16,797 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #56 biggest city in Switzerland.
What region is Nyon in?
Nyon is located in Vaud, Switzerland.
Is Nyon the capital of Switzerland?
No, the capital of Switzerland is Bern, about 112 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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