During 2012, the population of Norway reached more than five million, and the country's population has continued to grow since. At the beginning of 2024, around 5.5 million people lived in Norway. Of these, nearly 610,000 held a foreign citizenship.

The total population in Norway was estimated at 5.6 million people in 2024, according to the latest census figures and projections from Trading Economics. This dataset provides - Norway Population - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

At the beginning of the 19th century, the population of the present-day area of Norway was estimated to be just under one million people. Norway's population growth rate would fluctuate throughout the first half of the century, as repercussions from the Napoleonic Wars would see several economic crises hit the country. The rate of growth would increase somewhat between the 1850s and 1880s, as a large expansion of the Norwegian shipping industry would bring economic growth to the country, and access to new crops, such as potatoes, and improved standards of living would see mortality fall. As a result, by the time of Norway's independence from Sweden in 1905, Norway would have a population of over two million.

Norway would see significant growth in the years following its independence, however, as a series of social reforms and renewed economic growth led to further improvements in standards of living. Growth would largely be unaffected by the World Wars of the early 20th century, as a policy of neutrality in the first and a somewhat stable continuation of economic and social welfare programs under German occupation would allow Norway to escape many of the more dire impacts of the conflict. As a result, by the end of the Second World War in 1945, Norway was estimated to have a population of just over three million.

Population growth would continue steadily for Norway in the post-war years, as the discovery of off-shore oil allowed for a significant expansion of health and social programs in the country, but would largely stagnate in the 1980s as the country would experience an economic crisis, forcing many public programs to be cut back. However, population growth would resume once more, as immigration rose in the 2000s, following the country’s inclusion into the Schengen Area in 2001. Today, Norway is estimated to have a population of over five million people in 2020, and is one of the wealthiest and most developed nations in the world.

Norway NO: Population: Growth data was reported at 0.907 % in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 0.850 % for 2016. Norway NO: Population: Growth data is updated yearly, averaging 0.635 % from Dec 1960 (Median) to 2017, with 58 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1.313 % in 2012 and a record low of 0.282 % in 1984. Norway NO: Population: Growth data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Norway – Table NO.World Bank.WDI: Population and Urbanization Statistics. Annual population growth rate for year t is the exponential rate of growth of midyear population from year t-1 to t, expressed as a percentage . Population is based on the de facto definition of population, which counts all residents regardless of legal status or citizenship.; ; Derived from total population. Population source: (1) United Nations Population Division. World Population Prospects: 2017 Revision, (2) Census reports and other statistical publications from national statistical offices, (3) Eurostat: Demographic Statistics, (4) United Nations Statistical Division. Population and Vital Statistics Reprot (various years), (5) U.S. Census Bureau: International Database, and (6) Secretariat of the Pacific Community: Statistics and Demography Programme.; Weighted average;

Norway Population: Male: 20 to 29 Years data was reported at 366,532.000 Person in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 364,638.000 Person for 2016. Norway Population: Male: 20 to 29 Years data is updated yearly, averaging 224,731.000 Person from Dec 1845 (Median) to 2017, with 173 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 366,532.000 Person in 2017 and a record low of 116,303.000 Person in 1845. Norway Population: Male: 20 to 29 Years data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Statistics Norway. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Norway – Table NO.G001: Population.

Total current population for Norway in 2025 is 5,554,468, a 0.73% increase from 2024.

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<li>Total population for Norway in 2024 was <strong>5,514,477</strong>, a <strong>0.73% increase</strong> from 2023.</li>
<li>Total population for Norway in 2023 was <strong>5,474,360</strong>, a <strong>0.74% increase</strong> from 2022.</li>
<li>Total population for Norway in 2022 was <strong>5,434,319</strong>, a <strong>0.58% increase</strong> from 2021.</li>
</ul>Total population is based on the de facto definition of population, which counts all residents regardless of legal status or citizenship. The values shown are midyear estimates.

The total population of Norway stood at approximately 5.59 million people in 2024. Following a continuous upward trend, the total population has risen by around 1.50 million people since 1980. Between 2024 and 2030, the total population will rise by around 220 thousand people, continuing its consistent upward trajectory.This indicator describes the total population in the country at hand. This total population of the country consists of all persons falling within the scope of the census.

In 2024, the number of inhabitants in Norway with a foreign citizenship increased slightly compared to early 2023, from 610,000 to 630,000. Meanwhile, the number of inhabitants with a Norwegian citizenship continued to increase and reached 4.92 million in 2024. Most of the foreign citizens living in Norway come from other European countries.

Norway Population: Male: 100 Years or Above data was reported at 174.000 Person in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 150.000 Person for 2016. Norway Population: Male: 100 Years or Above data is updated yearly, averaging 16.000 Person from Dec 1845 (Median) to 2017, with 173 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 174.000 Person in 2017 and a record low of 0.000 Person in 1857. Norway Population: Male: 100 Years or Above data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Statistics Norway. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Norway – Table NO.G001: Population.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the Norway population over the last 20 plus years. It lists the population for each year, along with the year on year change in population, as well as the change in percentage terms for each year. The dataset can be utilized to understand the population change of Norway across the last two decades. For example, using this dataset, we can identify if the population is declining or increasing. If there is a change, when the population peaked, or if it is still growing and has not reached its peak. We can also compare the trend with the overall trend of United States population over the same period of time.

Key observations

In 2023, the population of Norway was 465, a 0% decrease year-by-year from 2022. Previously, in 2022, Norway population was 465, a decline of 0.21% compared to a population of 466 in 2021. Over the last 20 plus years, between 2000 and 2023, population of Norway decreased by 149. In this period, the peak population was 625 in the year 2002. The numbers suggest that the population has already reached its peak and is showing a trend of decline. Source: U.S. Census Bureau Population Estimates Program (PEP).

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau Population Estimates Program (PEP).

Data Coverage:

• From 2000 to 2023

Variables / Data Columns

• Year: This column displays the data year (Measured annually and for years 2000 to 2023)
• Population: The population for the specific year for the Norway is shown in this column.
• Year on Year Change: This column displays the change in Norway population for each year compared to the previous year.
• Change in Percent: This column displays the year on year change as a percentage. Please note that the sum of all percentages may not equal one due to rounding of values.

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

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This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Norway Population by Year. You can refer the same here

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Population ages 65 and above (% of total population) in Norway was reported at 18.53 % in 2023, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Norway - Population ages 65 and above (% of total) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on June of 2025.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the data for the Norway, MI population pyramid, which represents the Norway population distribution across age and gender, using estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. It lists the male and female population for each age group, along with the total population for those age groups. Higher numbers at the bottom of the table suggest population growth, whereas higher numbers at the top indicate declining birth rates. Furthermore, the dataset can be utilized to understand the youth dependency ratio, old-age dependency ratio, total dependency ratio, and potential support ratio.

Key observations

• Youth dependency ratio, which is the number of children aged 0-14 per 100 persons aged 15-64, for Norway, MI, is 20.0.
• Old-age dependency ratio, which is the number of persons aged 65 or over per 100 persons aged 15-64, for Norway, MI, is 32.2.
• Total dependency ratio for Norway, MI is 52.2.
• Potential support ratio, which is the number of youth (working age population) per elderly, for Norway, MI is 3.1.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Age groups:

• Under 5 years
• 5 to 9 years
• 10 to 14 years
• 15 to 19 years
• 20 to 24 years
• 25 to 29 years
• 30 to 34 years
• 35 to 39 years
• 40 to 44 years
• 45 to 49 years
• 50 to 54 years
• 55 to 59 years
• 60 to 64 years
• 65 to 69 years
• 70 to 74 years
• 75 to 79 years
• 80 to 84 years
• 85 years and over

Variables / Data Columns

• Age Group: This column displays the age group for the Norway population analysis. Total expected values are 18 and are define above in the age groups section.
• Population (Male): The male population in the Norway for the selected age group is shown in the following column.
• Population (Female): The female population in the Norway for the selected age group is shown in the following column.
• Total Population: The total population of the Norway for the selected age group is shown in the following column.

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Norway Population by Age. You can refer the same here

Graph and download economic data for Population ages 65 and above for Norway (SPPOP65UPTOZSNOR) from 1960 to 2024 about 65-years +, Norway, and population.

Population, female in Norway was reported at 2738457 Persons in 2023, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Norway - Population, female - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on June of 2025.

Norway Population: Female: 50 to 59 Years data was reported at 332,246.000 Person in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 327,208.000 Person for 2016. Norway Population: Female: 50 to 59 Years data is updated yearly, averaging 129,971.000 Person from Dec 1845 (Median) to 2017, with 173 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 332,246.000 Person in 2017 and a record low of 57,091.000 Person in 1845. Norway Population: Female: 50 to 59 Years data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Statistics Norway. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Norway – Table NO.G001: Population.

Norway: Population growth, percent: The latest value from 2023 is 1.14 percent, an increase from 0.9 percent in 2022. In comparison, the world average is 1.15 percent, based on data from 196 countries. Historically, the average for Norway from 1961 to 2023 is 0.69 percent. The minimum value, 0.28 percent, was reached in 1984 while the maximum of 1.31 percent was recorded in 2012.

Population, female (% of total population) in Norway was reported at 49.6 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Norway - Population, female (% of total) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

The number of people between zero and 24 years increased in Norway from 2012 to 2017, but has since decreased, falling to 1.58 million in 2023. Meanwhile, both the number of people between 45 and 69, and 70 to 79 years of age increased steadily over the last decade. In 2012, there were 1.51 million people between 45 and 69 years living in Norway, a number that had increased to 1.7 million by 2023.