Nevers Population 2026
Nevers has a population of 43,988, making it the #155 biggest city in 🇫🇷 France, located in Bourgogne. Roughly 0.1% of France's population lives here. It is about 49× smaller than Paris, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
43,988
Rank in France
#155
Coordinates
46.99°N, 3.16°E
~192 m elevation · Europe/Paris
Distance to capital (Paris)
216 km
134 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bourgogne
| City | Population | Rank in France |
|---|---|---|
| Dijon | 159,941 | #20 |
| Besançon | 128,426 | #32 |
| Belfort | 54,562 | #97 |
| Chalon-sur-Saône | 47,251 | #133 |
| Auxerre | 41,516 | #166 |
| Mâcon | 35,484 | #212 |
| Saint-Leu | 29,278 | #275 |
| Montbéliard | 28,865 | #284 |
Cities near Nevers
FAQ
What is the population of Nevers?
Nevers has a population of 43,988 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #155 biggest city in France.
What region is Nevers in?
Nevers is located in Bourgogne, France.
Is Nevers the capital of France?
No, the capital of France is Paris, about 216 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.