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Smallest Cities in Norway

Top 100 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities — Norway

1 Åkrehamn 14 5,018
2 Brønnøysund 09 5,045
3 Kragerø 17 5,158
4 Austevoll 46 5,297
5 Luster 46 5,302
6 Tranby 04 5,322
7 Vestby 01 5,330
8 Hommelvik 21 5,418
9 Mysen 13 5,516
10 Voss 46 5,571
11 Røros 21 5,572
12 Hommersåk 14 5,692
13 Sandnessjøen 09 5,778
14 Ulsteinvik 08 5,788
15 Knarvik 46 5,875
16 Sørumsand 01 5,878
17 Stavern 20 5,902
18 Kløfta 01 5,942
19 Fauske 09 5,953
20 Kvinesdal 42 6,024
21 Tvedestrand 42 6,115
22 Holmestrand 20 6,135
23 Ørsta 08 6,337
24 Tananger 14 6,377
25 Melhus 21 6,393
26 Malvik 21 6,419
27 Fetsund 01 6,441
28 Indre Arna 46 6,536
29 Ask 01 6,890
30 Eidsvoll 01 7,099
31 Stryn 46 7,207
32 Jørpeland 14 7,230
33 Nærbø 14 7,269
34 Raufoss 34 7,839
35 Sæveland 14 7,873
36 Ås 01 7,961
37 Lillesand 42 7,966
38 Orkanger 21 8,204
39 Verdal 21 8,308
40 Namsos 21 8,413
41 Råholt 01 8,593
42 Søgne 42 9,000
43 Florø 46 9,024
44 Flekkefjord 42 9,048
45 Haram 08 9,357
46 Straume 46 9,409
47 Mosjøen 09 9,636
48 Hokksund 04 9,884
49 Ensjø 12 10,000
50 Førde 46 10,339
51 Sortland 09 10,468
52 Volda 08 10,809
53 Nesoddtangen 01 10,911
54 Brumunddal 34 11,019
55 Mandal 42 11,053
56 Drøbak 01 11,363
57 Strømmen 01 11,410
58 Egersund 14 11,433
59 Tangvall 42 11,442
60 Hammerfest 05 11,448
61 Kopervik 14 11,561
62 Stokke 20 11,657
63 Lenvik 18 11,679
64 Kongsvinger 34 12,338
65 Notodden 17 12,359
66 Jessheim 01 12,365
67 Bryne 14 12,465
68 Askim 13 12,482
69 Elverum 34 12,490
70 Ski 01 12,513
71 Vennesla 42 12,816
72 Stjørdal 21 13,032
73 Steinkjer 21 13,060
74 Strand 14 13,474
75 Hønefoss 04 13,678
76 Leirvik 46 14,126
77 Narvik 09 14,141
78 Alta 05 15,094
79 Stjørdalshalsen 21 15,693
80 Gjøvik 34 17,596
81 Kongsberg 04 17,667
82 Tromsdalen 18 18,291
83 Mo i Rana 09 18,866
84 Time 14 19,781
85 Levanger 21 20,171
86 Harstad 18 20,953
87 Halden 13 21,970
88 Molde 08 22,410
89 Larvik 20 23,113
90 Kristiansund 08 24,013
91 Grimstad 42 24,017
92 Ytrebygda 46 24,044
93 Horten 20 27,178
94 Lillehammer 34 29,011
95 Hamar 34 29,479
96 Arendal 42 30,916
97 Bodø 09 34,073
98 Porsgrunn 17 34,377
99 Nesttun 46 35,638
100 Haugesund 14 40,321

The smallest cities in Norway (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Åkrehamn has a population of just 5,018. These communities often feature lower costs of living, stronger neighborhood connections, and less congestion.

Small cities can offer significant advantages for residents seeking affordable housing, shorter commutes, and a close-knit community feel. Many serve as regional centers for surrounding rural areas, providing essential services while maintaining a small-town atmosphere.

Despite their smaller size, many of these cities have thriving local economies, good school systems, and access to outdoor recreation. They represent an alternative to the fast-paced lifestyle of major metropolitan areas.

Did You Know?

  • 1. At 5,018 residents, Åkrehamn is smaller than a single large apartment complex in New York City.
  • 2. Small cities (5,000-10,000) make up the majority of incorporated places in the United States.
  • 3. Many of the smallest cities serve as county seats or regional service centers for surrounding rural communities.

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