Sundsvall
- 📍 Location: Västernorrland County,
41 km south-west of Härnösand - 🌍 Region: Norrland
- 👥 Population: 98,962 (Dec 31, 2025)
- 🏙️ Largest towns: Sundsvall och Timrå, Vi, Kvissleby
- 📐 Area: 3,207 km² (land area)
- 🚗 To Stockholm: about 345 km in a straight line
- ⏰ Time zone: CET (UTC +1, DST CEST +2)
- 💰 Currency: Swedish krona (SEK)
Answers to frequently asked questions
What is the population of Sundsvall Municipality?
Sundsvall Municipality had 98,962 residents on December 31, 2025, down 477 (0.5%) from December 31, 2020 (Statistics Sweden).
Which county is Sundsvall Municipality in?
Sundsvall Municipality is in Västernorrland County, in the Norrland region of Sweden. The county has 7 municipalities and its seat is Härnösand.
What are the largest towns in Sundsvall Municipality?
The largest urban area is Sundsvall och Timrå with 70,918 residents, followed by Vi (6,834), Kvissleby (5,189), Matfors (3,312) and Njurundabommen (2,752). In total the municipality has 21 urban areas (Statistics Sweden, 2023).
How far is Sundsvall from Härnösand?
Sundsvall is about 41 km from the county seat Härnösand in a straight line; Härnösand lies to the north-east of Sundsvall. The distance by road is longer.
How far is Sundsvall from Stockholm?
Sundsvall is about 345 km from Stockholm in a straight line. The distance by road is longer.
How large is Sundsvall Municipality?
The land area of Sundsvall Municipality is 3,207 km² (Statistics Sweden, 2025). Population density is 31 residents per km².
What is Sundsvall Municipality known for?
Sundsvall Municipality is known for Stenstaden, the stone city centre rebuilt after the 1888 fire, the largest in Swedish history. The pulp and paper industry and aluminium production shape the economy, and Södra berget is used for skiing and outdoor activities.