Horten Population 2026
Horten has a population of 27,178, making it the #26 biggest city in 🇳🇴 Norway, located in Vestfold. Roughly 0.5% of Norway's population lives here. It is about 40× smaller than Oslo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
27,178
Rank in Norway
#26
Coordinates
59.42°N, 10.48°E
~16 m elevation · Europe/Oslo
Distance to capital (Oslo)
57 km
35 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Vestfold
| City | Population | Rank in Norway |
|---|---|---|
| Sandefjord | 64,345 | #10 |
| Tønsberg | 55,387 | #13 |
| Larvik | 23,113 | #29 |
Cities near Horten
- Moss49,668 people · ~10 km away
- Tønsberg55,387 people · ~17 km away
- Fredrikstad83,761 people · ~34 km away
- Sandefjord64,345 people · ~35 km away
- Sarpsborg59,038 people · ~38 km away
- Drammen106,013 people · ~40 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Horten?
Horten has a population of 27,178 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #26 biggest city in Norway.
What region is Horten in?
Horten is located in Vestfold, Norway.
Is Horten the capital of Norway?
No, the capital of Norway is Oslo, about 57 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.