Mérida Population 2026
Mérida has a population of 59,857, making it the #129 biggest city in 🇪🇸 Spain, located in Extremadura. Roughly 0.1% of Spain's population lives here. It is about 54× smaller than Madrid, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
59,857
Rank in Spain
#129
Coordinates
38.92°N, 6.34°W
~223 m elevation · Europe/Madrid
Distance to capital (Madrid)
281 km
175 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Extremadura
| City | Population | Rank in Spain |
|---|---|---|
| Badajoz | 150,530 | #44 |
| Cáceres | 96,068 | #67 |
| Plasencia | 40,141 | #173 |
| Don Benito | 37,010 | #193 |
| Almendralejo | 33,468 | #224 |
| Villanueva de la Serena | 25,759 | #303 |
| Navalmoral de la Mata | 17,228 | #473 |
| Zafra | 16,424 | #494 |
Cities near Mérida
- Montijo16,236 people · ~24 km away
- Almendralejo33,468 people · ~27 km away
- Don Benito37,010 people · ~42 km away
- Villanueva de la Serena25,759 people · ~48 km away
- Badajoz150,530 people · ~55 km away
- Zafra16,424 people · ~55 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mérida?
Mérida has a population of 59,857 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #129 biggest city in Spain.
What region is Mérida in?
Mérida is located in Extremadura, Spain.
Is Mérida the capital of Spain?
No, the capital of Spain is Madrid, about 281 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.