Torshavn (Tórshavn), Streymoy
Torshavn: Located on the southern coast of Streymoy, this is the largest city in the Faroe Islands and the center of its administration, economy, and culture.
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Quick Facts about Tórshavn
| Population | 13,541 |
| Country | Faroe Islands |
| State | Streymoy (Faroe Islands) |
| County | Tórshavn |
| Area | 117 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 62.0097,-6.7716 |
| Altitude | 79 feet / 24 meters |
| Capital city | Tórshavn is capital of Tórshavnar, Faroe Islands, Faroe Islands |
| Time Zone | Atlantic/Faroe |
| Local time | 03:36:58 (23rd April 2026) |
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Geography
Tórshavn is located at 62°0'35"N 6°46'18"W (62.0097300, -6.7716400).
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Demographics
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1788 | 600 | - | estimation process |
| 1801 | 554 | -8.3% | estimation process |
| 1865 | 900 | 38.44% | estimation process |
| 1950 | 5,600 | 83.93% | estimation process |
| 1986 | 12,461 | 55.06% | estimation process |
| 1991 | 12,852 | 3.04% | estimation process |
| 1996 | 11,607 | -10.73% | estimation process |
| 2001 | 12,327 | 5.84% | estimation process |
| 2006 | 12,468 | 1.13% | estimation process |
| 2011 | 12,296 | -1.4% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 13,123 | 6.3% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 13,326 | 1.52% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 13,541 | 1.59% | estimation process |
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