Ålesund Population 2026
Ålesund has a population of 52,626, making it the #14 biggest city in 🇳🇴 Norway, located in Møre og Romsdal. Roughly 0.9% of Norway's population lives here. It is about 21× smaller than Oslo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
52,626
Rank in Norway
#14
Coordinates
62.47°N, 6.15°E
~3 m elevation · Europe/Oslo
Distance to capital (Oslo)
376 km
233 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Møre og Romsdal
| City | Population | Rank in Norway |
|---|---|---|
| Kristiansund | 24,013 | #28 |
| Molde | 22,410 | #30 |
Cities near Ålesund
- Molde22,410 people · ~59 km away
- Kristiansund24,013 people · ~107 km away
- Bergen294,029 people · ~235 km away
- Trondheim216,518 people · ~239 km away
- Nesttun35,638 people · ~243 km away
- Lillehammer29,011 people · ~272 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ålesund?
Ålesund has a population of 52,626 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #14 biggest city in Norway.
What region is Ålesund in?
Ålesund is located in Møre og Romsdal, Norway.
Is Ålesund the capital of Norway?
No, the capital of Norway is Oslo, about 376 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.