Hamar Population 2026
Hamar has a population of 29,479, making it the #24 biggest city in 🇳🇴 Norway, located in Innlandet. Roughly 0.5% of Norway's population lives here. It is about 37× smaller than Oslo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,479
Rank in Norway
#24
Coordinates
60.79°N, 11.07°E
~137 m elevation · Europe/Oslo
Distance to capital (Oslo)
100 km
62 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Innlandet
| City | Population | Rank in Norway |
|---|---|---|
| Lillehammer | 29,011 | #25 |
| Gjøvik | 17,596 | #38 |
Cities near Hamar
- Gjøvik17,596 people · ~20 km away
- Lillehammer29,011 people · ~48 km away
- Lillestrøm89,684 people · ~93 km away
- Oslo1,082,575 people · ~100 km away
- Asker61,906 people · ~112 km away
- Drammen106,013 people · ~126 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Hamar?
Hamar has a population of 29,479 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #24 biggest city in Norway.
What region is Hamar in?
Hamar is located in Innlandet, Norway.
Is Hamar the capital of Norway?
No, the capital of Norway is Oslo, about 100 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.