Junín Population 2026
Junín has a population of 15,320, making it the #133 biggest city in 🇵🇪 Peru, located in Junin. It is about 505× smaller than Lima, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,320
Rank in Peru
#133
Coordinates
11.16°S, 75.99°W
~4,117 m elevation · America/Lima
Distance to capital (Lima)
150 km
93 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Junin
| City | Population | Rank in Peru |
|---|---|---|
| Huancayo | 456,250 | #7 |
| Chilca | 73,371 | #32 |
| Tarma | 51,350 | #53 |
| La Oroya | 33,345 | #71 |
| Jauja | 21,057 | #108 |
| Santa Rosa | 18,057 | #116 |
| San Martín de Pangoa | 16,262 | #124 |
| Satipo | 15,532 | #131 |
Cities near Junín
- La Oroya33,345 people · ~41 km away
- Tarma51,350 people · ~44 km away
- Cerro de Pasco58,899 people · ~62 km away
- Yanacancha24,105 people · ~62 km away
- Jauja21,057 people · ~87 km away
- Chaupimarca28,666 people · ~98 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Junín?
Junín has a population of 15,320 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #133 biggest city in Peru.
What region is Junín in?
Junín is located in Junin, Peru.
Is Junín the capital of Peru?
No, the capital of Peru is Lima, about 150 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.