Münster Population 2026
Münster has a population of 308,258, making it the #20 biggest city in 🇩🇪 Germany, located in North Rhine-Westphalia. Roughly 0.4% of Germany's population lives here. It is about 11× smaller than Berlin, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
308,258
Rank in Germany
#20
Coordinates
51.96°N, 7.63°E
~64 m elevation · Europe/Berlin
Distance to capital (Berlin)
399 km
248 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Münster?
Münster has a population of 308,258 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #20 biggest city in Germany.
What region is Münster in?
Münster is located in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.
Is Münster the capital of Germany?
No, the capital of Germany is Berlin, about 399 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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