Montijo Population 2026
Montijo has a population of 16,236, making it the #505 biggest city in 🇪🇸 Spain, located in Extremadura. It is about 201× smaller than Madrid, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,236
Rank in Spain
#505
Coordinates
38.91°N, 6.62°W
~201 m elevation · Europe/Madrid
Distance to capital (Madrid)
301 km
187 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Extremadura
| City | Population | Rank in Spain |
|---|---|---|
| Badajoz | 150,530 | #44 |
| Cáceres | 96,068 | #67 |
| Mérida | 59,857 | #129 |
| 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 |
Cities near Montijo
- Mérida59,857 people · ~24 km away
- Badajoz150,530 people · ~31 km away
- Almendralejo33,468 people · ~31 km away
- Zafra16,424 people · ~56 km away
- Don Benito37,010 people · ~66 km away
- Cáceres96,068 people · ~67 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Montijo?
Montijo has a population of 16,236 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #505 biggest city in Spain.
What region is Montijo in?
Montijo is located in Extremadura, Spain.
Is Montijo the capital of Spain?
No, the capital of Spain is Madrid, about 301 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.