Municipalities
From north to south with approximate population figures as of 2002.
In Norrbotten Province:
- Pajala (7,000)
- Övertorneå (5,500)
- Överkalix (4,000)
- Boden (28,000)
- Kalix (17,500)
- Haparanda (10,000)
- Älvsbyn (8,500)
- Luleå (75,500)
- Piteå (40,500)
In Lapland Province:
- Kiruna (23,500 inhabitants)
- Gällivare (19,500)
- Jokkmokk (5,500)
- Arjeplog (3,200)
- Arvidsjaur (7,000)
The Sami language can be used in contacts with local authorities in Arjeplog, Gällivare, Jokkmokk, and Kiruna. Similarly, Finnish and Meänkieli can be used in Gällivare, Haparanda, Kiruna, Pajala, and Övertorneå.
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