Molde Population 2026
Molde has a population of 22,410, making it the #30 biggest city in 🇳🇴 Norway, located in Møre og Romsdal. Roughly 0.4% of Norway's population lives here. It is about 48× smaller than Oslo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,410
Rank in Norway
#30
Coordinates
62.74°N, 7.16°E
~3 m elevation · Europe/Oslo
Distance to capital (Oslo)
368 km
229 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Møre og Romsdal
| City | Population | Rank in Norway |
|---|---|---|
| Ålesund | 52,626 | #14 |
| Kristiansund | 24,013 | #28 |
Cities near Molde
- Kristiansund24,013 people · ~50 km away
- Ålesund52,626 people · ~59 km away
- Trondheim216,518 people · ~180 km away
- Stjørdalshalsen15,693 people · ~206 km away
- Levanger20,171 people · ~236 km away
- Lillehammer29,011 people · ~250 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Molde?
Molde has a population of 22,410 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #30 biggest city in Norway.
What region is Molde in?
Molde is located in Møre og Romsdal, Norway.
Is Molde the capital of Norway?
No, the capital of Norway is Oslo, about 368 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.