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Oslo, Norway

Capital city · Population 1.1M

Oslo is the capital and the largest city in Norway with a population of approximately 1,082,575 people as of 2026. This makes it the 488th largest city in the world, accounting for 19.31% of Norway's total population of 5.6M. Oslo is classified as a major city and operates in the Europe/Oslo timezone.

Population

1,082,575

Global Rank

#488

Country Rank

#1

% of Norway

19.31%

Oslo on the Map

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Norway at a Glance

Country Population

5,606,944

Capital

Oslo

Region

Northern Europe

Major Cities

6

GDP per Capita

$86,785

Life Expectancy

83.1 years

Urban Population

83.3%

Growth Rate

0.01%

Other Major Cities in Norway

Bergen
294K
Trondheim
217K
Stavanger
149K
Kristiansand
117K
Drammen
105K

Nearest Major Cities

Closest cities to Oslo with over 100,000 people

Cities closest to Oslo by distance
CityPopulationDistance
Drammen105,04236 km
Kristiansand117,237252 km
Göteborg608,462255 km
Örebro155,989261 km
Stavanger148,682302 km
Bergen294,029305 km
Jönköping112,766308 km
Aalborg142,937322 km

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Oslo?

The population of Oslo, Norway is approximately 1,082,575 people, making it the 488th largest city in the world and the 1st largest in Norway.

Is Oslo the capital of Norway?

Yes, Oslo is the capital of Norway.

What timezone is Oslo in?

Oslo is in the Europe/Oslo timezone.