Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
19K
Population
385 Mbps
Internet
Atlantic/Reykjavik
Timezone
OVERVIEW
Akureyri is a city in Iceland with a population of 19K. Internet speeds average 385 Mbps download. The city has 1,000 mapped points of interest.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Iceland
Region
Northern Europe
Population
19K
Timezone
Atlantic/Reykjavik
Language
Icelandic
GPS
65.68, -18.09
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
385 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
A smaller city of 19,219 people in Iceland
INFRASTRUCTURE
1,000 total POIs
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
21
Cafes
10
Bars
7
Fast Food
13
Shopping
Supermarkets
9
Convenience
3
Shopping Malls
4
Healthcare
Hospitals
1
Clinics
5
Pharmacies
5
Education
Schools
20
Universities
3
Libraries
1
Recreation
Parks
11
Playgrounds
54
Sports
39
Cinemas
2
Museums
9
Theatres
1
Transport
Bus Stops
141
Fuel Stations
14
Services
Banks
5
ATMs
2
Post Offices
1
Police
1
Fire Stations
1
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
385 Mbps
Download
371 Mbps
Upload
8ms
Latency
458
Tests
180
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Akureyri known for?
Akureyri is a city in Iceland. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Akureyri?
Akureyri has an average download speed of 385 Mbps and upload speed of 371 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the population of Akureyri?
The population of Akureyri is approximately 19K.
What infrastructure does Akureyri have?
Akureyri has 1,000 mapped points of interest, including 21 restaurants, 1 hospitals, 20 schools.
What country is Akureyri in?
Akureyri is located in Iceland.
