Zafra Population 2026
Zafra has a population of 16,424, making it the #494 biggest city in 🇪🇸 Spain, located in Extremadura. It is about 198× smaller than Madrid, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,424
Rank in Spain
#494
Coordinates
38.43°N, 6.42°W
~515 m elevation · Europe/Madrid
Distance to capital (Madrid)
322 km
200 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 Zafra
- Almendralejo33,468 people · ~29 km away
- Mérida59,857 people · ~55 km away
- Montijo16,236 people · ~56 km away
- Badajoz150,530 people · ~70 km away
- Don Benito37,010 people · ~76 km away
- Villanueva de la Serena25,759 people · ~82 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Zafra?
Zafra has a population of 16,424 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #494 biggest city in Spain.
What region is Zafra in?
Zafra is located in Extremadura, Spain.
Is Zafra the capital of Spain?
No, the capital of Spain is Madrid, about 322 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.