Halden Population 2026
Halden has a population of 21,970, making it the #31 biggest city in 🇳🇴 Norway, located in Østfold. Roughly 0.4% of Norway's population lives here. It is about 49× smaller than Oslo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,970
Rank in Norway
#31
Coordinates
59.12°N, 11.39°E
~15 m elevation · Europe/Oslo
Distance to capital (Oslo)
95 km
59 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Østfold
| City | Population | Rank in Norway |
|---|---|---|
| Fredrikstad | 83,761 | #9 |
| Sarpsborg | 59,038 | #12 |
| Moss | 49,668 | #16 |
Cities near Halden
- Sarpsborg59,038 people · ~24 km away
- Fredrikstad83,761 people · ~28 km away
- Moss49,668 people · ~54 km away
- Tønsberg55,387 people · ~58 km away
- Horten27,178 people · ~61 km away
- Sandefjord64,345 people · ~67 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Halden?
Halden has a population of 21,970 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #31 biggest city in Norway.
What region is Halden in?
Halden is located in Østfold, Norway.
Is Halden the capital of Norway?
No, the capital of Norway is Oslo, about 95 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.