Number of Americans Living in Copenhagen: ~1,583 (2019 Data)

According to Statistics Denmark (Danmarks Statistik) 2019 data, approximately 1,583 U.S. citizens resided in Copenhagen municipality.

Context

• Total US citizens in Denmark: ~9,000 (2023 est.).
• Concentration: Copenhagen, Aarhus, Odense — universities, corporations (Maersk, Novo, Lego, pharma), embassies.
• Fluctuation: Students, expats, diplomats, spouses; numbers change yearly.

Sources for Updates

• Statbank.dk → Population → Citizenship.
• US State Department (overseas citizen estimates).
• American Chamber of Commerce in Denmark (AmCham).

Note: Does not include dual citizens registered as Danish, or short-term visitors.