Düsseldorf Government Region Population 2026 — 5,244,379 People

About Düsseldorf Government Region

Düsseldorf Government Region is a major metropolitan area located in Germany, in the North Rhine-Westphalia region. According to the latest available data (2026), the population of Düsseldorf Government Region is approximately 5,244,379 residents, making it the largest city in Germany.

Globally, Düsseldorf Government Region ranks #178 among the world's most populated cities. With over 5 million residents, Düsseldorf Government Region is considered a major metropolitan hub in the region.

Düsseldorf Government Region City Statistics

City	Düsseldorf Government Region
Country	Germany
Population	5,244,379
Global Rank	#178
Rank in Germany	#1 of 150 cities
City Category	major metropolitan area
Region	North Rhine-Westphalia
Latitude	51.42
Longitude	6.67
Data Year	2026

Population Comparison

To put Düsseldorf Government Region's population of 5,244,379 into perspective:

Düsseldorf Government Region's population is comparable to that of small European countries like Norway or Ireland.
The city has more than 5 million inhabitants, making it a significant urban center globally.
It ranks #1 among all cities in Germany.

Where is Düsseldorf Government Region Located?

Düsseldorf Government Region is located in Germany, in the North Rhine-Westphalia region, at coordinates 51.42° latitude and 6.67° longitude. Located in the mid-latitudes, Düsseldorf Government Region experiences distinct four-season weather patterns.

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Other Cities in Germany

Upper Bavaria Pop. 4,588,944 Cologne Government Region Pop. 4,486,282 Darmstadt Government Region Pop. 4,039,611 Arnsberg Government Region Pop. 3,571,898 Münster Government Region Pop. 2,659,034 Detmold Government Region Pop. 2,072,861 Swabia Pop. 1,917,979 Tübingen Government Region Pop. 1,904,079 Middle Franconia Pop. 1,750,059 Munich Pop. 1,510,378 Lower Franconia Pop. 1,298,849 Lower Bavaria Pop. 1,181,472 Upper Palatinate Pop. 1,098,378 Cologne Pop. 1,087,353 Dresden Pop. 564,904

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Largest Cities in Germany

#	City	Population
1	Upper Bavaria	4,588,944
2	Cologne Government Region	4,486,282
3	Darmstadt Government Region	4,039,611
4	Arnsberg Government Region	3,571,898
5	Münster Government Region	2,659,034

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Düsseldorf Government Region?

The population of Düsseldorf Government Region is approximately 5,244,379 residents according to the latest available data (2026).

Where is Düsseldorf Government Region located?

Düsseldorf Government Region is located in Germany at approximately 51.42° latitude and 6.67° longitude.

Is Düsseldorf Government Region one of the largest cities in Germany?

With a population of 5,244,379, Düsseldorf Government Region is one of the major urban areas in Germany. It ranks #1 out of 150 cities in the country.