Mo i Rana Population 2026
Mo i Rana has a population of 18,866, making it the #35 biggest city in 🇳🇴 Norway, located in Nordland. Roughly 0.3% of Norway's population lives here. It is about 57× smaller than Oslo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,866
Rank in Norway
#35
Coordinates
66.31°N, 14.14°E
~40 m elevation · Europe/Oslo
Distance to capital (Oslo)
732 km
455 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Nordland
| City | Population | Rank in Norway |
|---|---|---|
| Bodø | 34,073 | #21 |
Cities near Mo i Rana
FAQ
What is the population of Mo i Rana?
Mo i Rana has a population of 18,866 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #35 biggest city in Norway.
What region is Mo i Rana in?
Mo i Rana is located in Nordland, Norway.
Is Mo i Rana the capital of Norway?
No, the capital of Norway is Oslo, about 732 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.