Nuenen Population 2026
Nuenen has a population of 23,223, making it the #154 biggest city in 🇳🇱 Netherlands, located in North Brabant. Roughly 0.1% of Netherlands's population lives here. It is about 37× smaller than Rotterdam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,223
Rank in Netherlands
#154
Coordinates
51.47°N, 5.55°E
~19 m elevation · Europe/Amsterdam
Distance to capital (Amsterdam)
110 km
68 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Brabant
| City | Population | Rank in Netherlands |
|---|---|---|
| Eindhoven | 235,691 | #6 |
| Tilburg | 221,947 | #7 |
| Breda | 184,126 | #8 |
| 's-Hertogenbosch | 160,783 | #13 |
| Roosendaal | 77,725 | #35 |
| Oss | 76,430 | #36 |
| Helmond | 74,740 | #39 |
| Bergen op Zoom | 66,256 | #49 |
Cities near Nuenen
FAQ
What is the population of Nuenen?
Nuenen has a population of 23,223 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #154 biggest city in Netherlands.
What region is Nuenen in?
Nuenen is located in North Brabant, Netherlands.
Is Nuenen the capital of Netherlands?
No, the capital of Netherlands is Amsterdam, about 110 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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