Torrelavega Population 2026
Torrelavega has a population of 55,297, making it the #135 biggest city in 🇪🇸 Spain, located in Cantabria. Roughly 0.1% of Spain's population lives here. It is about 59× smaller than Madrid, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
55,297
Rank in Spain
#135
Coordinates
43.35°N, 4.05°W
~31 m elevation · Europe/Madrid
Distance to capital (Madrid)
327 km
203 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Cantabria
| City | Population | Rank in Spain |
|---|---|---|
| Santander | 173,635 | #37 |
| Castro-Urdiales | 31,977 | #230 |
| Camargo | 30,263 | #248 |
| El Astillero | 18,108 | #443 |
Cities near Torrelavega
- Camargo30,263 people · ~15 km away
- El Astillero18,108 people · ~19 km away
- Santander173,635 people · ~24 km away
- Castro-Urdiales31,977 people · ~67 km away
- Santurtzi46,978 people · ~82 km away
- Portugalete45,826 people · ~83 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Torrelavega?
Torrelavega has a population of 55,297 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #135 biggest city in Spain.
What region is Torrelavega in?
Torrelavega is located in Cantabria, Spain.
Is Torrelavega the capital of Spain?
No, the capital of Spain is Madrid, about 327 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.