Kristiansund Population 2026
Kristiansund has a population of 24,013, making it the #28 biggest city in 🇳🇴 Norway, located in Møre og Romsdal. Roughly 0.4% of Norway's population lives here. It is about 45× smaller than Oslo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,013
Rank in Norway
#28
Coordinates
63.11°N, 7.73°E
~1 m elevation · Europe/Oslo
Distance to capital (Oslo)
390 km
242 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Møre og Romsdal
Cities near Kristiansund
- Molde22,410 people · ~50 km away
- Ålesund52,626 people · ~107 km away
- Trondheim216,518 people · ~138 km away
- Stjørdalshalsen15,693 people · ~165 km away
- Levanger20,171 people · ~191 km away
- Lillehammer29,011 people · ~264 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kristiansund?
Kristiansund has a population of 24,013 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #28 biggest city in Norway.
What region is Kristiansund in?
Kristiansund is located in Møre og Romsdal, Norway.
Is Kristiansund the capital of Norway?
No, the capital of Norway is Oslo, about 390 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.