Arendal Population 2026
Arendal has a population of 30,916, making it the #22 biggest city in 🇳🇴 Norway, located in Agder. Roughly 0.5% of Norway's population lives here. It is about 35× smaller than Oslo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
30,916
Rank in Norway
#22
Coordinates
58.46°N, 8.77°E
~19 m elevation · Europe/Oslo
Distance to capital (Oslo)
197 km
122 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Agder
| City | Population | Rank in Norway |
|---|---|---|
| Kristiansand | 117,237 | #5 |
| Grimstad | 24,017 | #27 |
Cities near Arendal
- Grimstad24,017 people · ~17 km away
- Kristiansand117,237 people · ~57 km away
- Porsgrunn34,377 people · ~91 km away
- Skien50,595 people · ~96 km away
- Larvik23,113 people · ~98 km away
- Sandefjord64,345 people · ~112 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Arendal?
Arendal has a population of 30,916 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #22 biggest city in Norway.
What region is Arendal in?
Arendal is located in Agder, Norway.
Is Arendal the capital of Norway?
No, the capital of Norway is Oslo, about 197 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.