Tønsberg Population 2026
Tønsberg has a population of 55,387, making it the #13 biggest city in 🇳🇴 Norway, located in Vestfold. Roughly 1.0% of Norway's population lives here. It is about 20× smaller than Oslo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
55,387
Rank in Norway
#13
Coordinates
59.27°N, 10.41°E
~16 m elevation · Europe/Oslo
Distance to capital (Oslo)
74 km
46 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Vestfold
| City | Population | Rank in Norway |
|---|---|---|
| Sandefjord | 64,345 | #10 |
| Horten | 27,178 | #26 |
| Larvik | 23,113 | #29 |
Cities near Tønsberg
- Horten27,178 people · ~17 km away
- Sandefjord64,345 people · ~19 km away
- Moss49,668 people · ~23 km away
- Fredrikstad83,761 people · ~30 km away
- Larvik23,113 people · ~32 km away
- Sarpsborg59,038 people · ~40 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tønsberg?
Tønsberg has a population of 55,387 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #13 biggest city in Norway.
What region is Tønsberg in?
Tønsberg is located in Vestfold, Norway.
Is Tønsberg the capital of Norway?
No, the capital of Norway is Oslo, about 74 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.