Rapperswil Population 2026
Rapperswil has a population of 34,776, making it the #18 biggest city in 🇨🇭 Switzerland, located in Saint Gallen. Roughly 0.4% of Switzerland's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Zürich, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
34,776
Rank in Switzerland
#18
Coordinates
47.23°N, 8.82°E
~408 m elevation · Europe/Zurich
Distance to capital (Bern)
109 km
68 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Saint Gallen
| City | Population | Rank in Switzerland |
|---|---|---|
| Sankt Gallen | 75,833 | #8 |
| Wil | 23,955 | #30 |
| Jona | 17,655 | #52 |
| Gossau | 17,043 | #54 |
Cities near Rapperswil
FAQ
What is the population of Rapperswil?
Rapperswil has a population of 34,776 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #18 biggest city in Switzerland.
What region is Rapperswil in?
Rapperswil is located in Saint Gallen, Switzerland.
Is Rapperswil the capital of Switzerland?
No, the capital of Switzerland is Bern, about 109 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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