Huaura Population 2026
Huaura has a population of 20,723, making it the #111 biggest city in 🇵🇪 Peru, located in Lima region. Roughly 0.1% of Peru's population lives here. It is about 373× smaller than Lima, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,723
Rank in Peru
#111
Coordinates
11.07°S, 77.60°W
~72 m elevation · America/Lima
Distance to capital (Lima)
125 km
78 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 Huaura
FAQ
What is the population of Huaura?
Huaura has a population of 20,723 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #111 biggest city in Peru.
What region is Huaura in?
Huaura is located in Lima region, Peru.
Is Huaura the capital of Peru?
No, the capital of Peru is Lima, about 125 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.