Vänersborg Population 2026
Vänersborg has a population of 23,119, making it the #65 biggest city in 🇸🇪 Sweden, located in Västra Götaland. Roughly 0.2% of Sweden's population lives here. It is about 66× smaller than Stockholm, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,119
Rank in Sweden
#65
Coordinates
58.38°N, 12.32°E
~54 m elevation · Europe/Stockholm
Distance to capital (Stockholm)
347 km
215 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Västra Götaland
| City | Population | Rank in Sweden |
|---|---|---|
| Gothenburg | 608,462 | #2 |
| Borås | 71,700 | #18 |
| Mölndal | 59,430 | #26 |
| Trollhättan | 48,573 | #30 |
| Skövde | 36,842 | #38 |
| Uddevalla | 34,781 | #41 |
| Partille | 28,648 | #51 |
| Lerum | 26,913 | #54 |
Cities near Vänersborg
FAQ
What is the population of Vänersborg?
Vänersborg has a population of 23,119 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #65 biggest city in Sweden.
What region is Vänersborg in?
Vänersborg is located in Västra Götaland, Sweden.
Is Vänersborg the capital of Sweden?
No, the capital of Sweden is Stockholm, about 347 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.