Huacho Population 2026
Huacho has a population of 54,545, making it the #49 biggest city in 🇵🇪 Peru, located in Lima region. Roughly 0.2% of Peru's population lives here. It is about 142× smaller than Lima, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
54,545
Rank in Peru
#49
Coordinates
11.12°S, 77.61°W
~75 m elevation · America/Lima
Distance to capital (Lima)
121 km
75 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Lima region
| City | Population | Rank in Peru |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Anita - Los Ficus | 184,614 | #17 |
| San Francisco De Borja | 105,076 | #24 |
| Chosica | 88,606 | #27 |
| Breña | 81,909 | #29 |
| San Isidro | 68,309 | #37 |
| Jesus Maria | 66,171 | #39 |
| Huaral | 62,174 | #41 |
| Villa Poeta José Gálvez Barrenechea | 61,000 | #43 |
Cities near Huacho
FAQ
What is the population of Huacho?
Huacho has a population of 54,545 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #49 biggest city in Peru.
What region is Huacho in?
Huacho is located in Lima region, Peru.
Is Huacho the capital of Peru?
No, the capital of Peru is Lima, about 121 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.