EuropeEvent

Icelandic Census of 1703

When
1703
Where
Iceland
Episodes
1

In 1703, Iceland conducted its first census, recording a population of 50,358. This statistical exercise marks the initial recorded population count for the nation, as confirmed by the supplied sources.

Episodes

  1. 1703 · IcelandFirst Icelandic Census

    The first census was carried out in Iceland in 1703, revealing a population of 50,358.

Background and detail

Census Execution. The first census in Iceland was carried out in 1703. This statistical exercise revealed that the population of the island at that time was 50,358. This event marks the initial recorded population count for the nation.

Institutional Context. The Althing is the national legislature of Iceland, historically known as the Icelandic Parliament. It originated as a general assembly of the Icelandic Commonwealth where leaders met to decide on legislation and dispense justice.

People involved

  • Althing · National legislature of Iceland

Sources

  1. Iceland Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-20
  2. Althing Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-27

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