Longyearbyen Population 2026 capital
Longyearbyen has a population of 2,368, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇸🇯 Svalbard and Jan Mayen, located in Svalbard. Longyearbyen is the capital of Svalbard and Jan Mayen.
Population (city proper)
2,368
Rank in Svalbard and Jan Mayen
#1
Coordinates
78.22°N, 15.65°E
~1 m elevation · Arctic/Longyearbyen
FAQ
What is the population of Longyearbyen?
Longyearbyen has a population of 2,368 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Svalbard and Jan Mayen.
What region is Longyearbyen in?
Longyearbyen is located in Svalbard, Svalbard and Jan Mayen.
Is Longyearbyen the capital of Svalbard and Jan Mayen?
Yes, Longyearbyen is the capital of Svalbard and Jan Mayen.
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.
← All biggest cities in Svalbard and Jan Mayen · Svalbard and Jan Mayen population by year