Gjøvik Population 2026
Gjøvik has a population of 17,596, making it the #38 biggest city in 🇳🇴 Norway, located in Innlandet. Roughly 0.3% of Norway's population lives here. It is about 62× smaller than Oslo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,596
Rank in Norway
#38
Coordinates
60.80°N, 10.69°E
~127 m elevation · Europe/Oslo
Distance to capital (Oslo)
98 km
61 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Innlandet
| City | Population | Rank in Norway |
|---|---|---|
| Hamar | 29,479 | #24 |
| Lillehammer | 29,011 | #25 |
Cities near Gjøvik
- Hamar29,479 people · ~20 km away
- Lillehammer29,011 people · ~38 km away
- Lillestrøm89,684 people · ~95 km away
- Oslo1,082,575 people · ~98 km away
- Asker61,906 people · ~108 km away
- Drammen106,013 people · ~120 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Gjøvik?
Gjøvik has a population of 17,596 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #38 biggest city in Norway.
What region is Gjøvik in?
Gjøvik is located in Innlandet, Norway.
Is Gjøvik the capital of Norway?
No, the capital of Norway is Oslo, about 98 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.