Lillehammer Population 2026
Lillehammer has a population of 29,011, making it the #25 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)
29,011
Rank in Norway
#25
Coordinates
61.12°N, 10.47°E
~210 m elevation · Europe/Oslo
Distance to capital (Oslo)
135 km
84 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Innlandet
Cities near Lillehammer
FAQ
What is the population of Lillehammer?
Lillehammer has a population of 29,011 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #25 biggest city in Norway.
What region is Lillehammer in?
Lillehammer is located in Innlandet, Norway.
Is Lillehammer the capital of Norway?
No, the capital of Norway is Oslo, about 135 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.