Maó Population 2026
Maó has a population of 29,125, making it the #264 biggest city in 🇪🇸 Spain, located in Balearic Islands. Roughly 0.1% of Spain's population lives here. It is about 112× smaller than Madrid, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,125
Rank in Spain
#264
Coordinates
39.89°N, 4.27°E
~39 m elevation · Europe/Madrid
Distance to capital (Madrid)
680 km
422 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Balearic Islands
Cities near Maó
FAQ
What is the population of Maó?
Maó has a population of 29,125 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #264 biggest city in Spain.
What region is Maó in?
Maó is located in Balearic Islands, Spain.
Is Maó the capital of Spain?
No, the capital of Spain is Madrid, about 680 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.