Oslo Statistics & Data
Population, economy, weather, and public data for Oslo, Norway.
Oslo by the Numbers
All data on this page is sourced from verified public institutions including Statistics Norway (SSB), Oslo Kommune, Met.no, and other official sources. Data is updated regularly to ensure accuracy.
Population Statistics
Source: Statistics Norway (SSB), updated 2025-10-01
→ Population data from Statistics NorwayCurrent Weather Data
Oslo has an oceanic climate with four distinct seasons. Current conditions from Met.no:
Seasonal Averages
| Season | Avg Temp | Rainfall | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter (Dec-Feb) | -5 to 3°C | 50 mm/month | 6 hours |
| Spring (Mar-May) | 3 to 15°C | 40 mm/month | 14 hours |
| Summer (Jun-Aug) | 15 to 25°C | 80 mm/month | 18+ hours |
| Autumn (Sep-Nov) | 5 to 15°C | 90 mm/month | 10 hours |
Source: Norwegian Meteorological Institute (Met.no)
Economy & Income
- GDP (Oslo region): ~€80 billion annually
- GDP per capita: ~€75,000
- Average salary: €50,000-60,000/year
- Unemployment rate: ~3% (very low)
- Main industries: Maritime, energy, technology, finance, public sector
Source: Statistics Norway (SSB)
→ Economic data from Statistics NorwaySustainability & Environment
Oslo is committed to becoming carbon-neutral by 2030:
- Public transport: 60% electric buses
- Electric vehicles: >30% of cars
- Renewable energy: Nearly 100% hydroelectric
- Green spaces: 68% of municipal area
- Air quality: Excellent (EU standards)
- Recycling rate: ~40%
Source: Oslo Kommune Climate Agency
→ Sustainability initiatives from Oslo KommunePublic Transport Statistics
Oslo public transport system operated by Ruter serves the entire city with metro, tram, bus, and ferry services:
Source: Ruter AS, Entur
Public Datasets & APIs
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Quick Facts
Geography
- Coordinates: 59.9139°N, 10.7522°E
- Elevation: 0-629 m above sea level
- Time zone: CET/CEST (UTC+1/+2)
Administration
- Founded: 1048
- Country: Norway
- Currency: Norwegian Krone (NOK)