Tórshavn Population 2026 capital

Tórshavn has a population of 13,200, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇫🇴 Faroe Islands, located in Streymoy. Roughly 23% of Faroe Islands's population lives here. Tórshavn is the capital of Faroe Islands.

Location of Tórshavn. Boundaries: Natural Earth.

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Population (city proper)

13,200

Rank in Faroe Islands

Coordinates

62.01°N, 6.77°W

~1 m elevation · Atlantic/Faroe

FAQ

What is the population of Tórshavn?

Tórshavn has a population of 13,200 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Faroe Islands.

What region is Tórshavn in?

Tórshavn is located in Streymoy, Faroe Islands.

Is Tórshavn the capital of Faroe Islands?

Yes, Tórshavn is the capital of Faroe Islands.

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.

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