Zamora Population 2026
Zamora has a population of 61,827, making it the #123 biggest city in 🇪🇸 Spain, located in Castille and León. Roughly 0.1% of Spain's population lives here. It is about 53× smaller than Madrid, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
61,827
Rank in Spain
#123
Coordinates
41.51°N, 5.74°W
~662 m elevation · Europe/Madrid
Distance to capital (Madrid)
210 km
130 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Castille and León
| City | Population | Rank in Spain |
|---|---|---|
| Valladolid | 300,618 | #13 |
| Burgos | 176,418 | #36 |
| Salamanca | 144,825 | #45 |
| León | 124,772 | #50 |
| Palencia | 78,629 | #90 |
| Ponferrada | 68,736 | #104 |
| Ávila | 57,657 | #132 |
| Segovia | 51,683 | #146 |
Cities near Zamora
- Benavente19,119 people · ~55 km away
- Salamanca144,825 people · ~60 km away
- Medina del Campo21,540 people · ~73 km away
- Laguna de Duero21,762 people · ~85 km away
- Valladolid300,618 people · ~87 km away
- Palencia78,629 people · ~116 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Zamora?
Zamora has a population of 61,827 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #123 biggest city in Spain.
What region is Zamora in?
Zamora is located in Castille and León, Spain.
Is Zamora the capital of Spain?
No, the capital of Spain is Madrid, about 210 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.