Tupiza Population 2026
Tupiza has a population of 22,233, making it the #30 biggest city in 🇧🇴 Bolivia, located in Potosí Department. Roughly 0.2% of Bolivia's population lives here. It is about 90× smaller than La Paz, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,233
Rank in Bolivia
#30
Coordinates
21.44°S, 65.72°W
~2,961 m elevation · America/La_Paz
Distance to capital (Sucre)
272 km
169 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Potosí Department
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FAQ
What is the population of Tupiza?
Tupiza has a population of 22,233 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #30 biggest city in Bolivia.
What region is Tupiza in?
Tupiza is located in Potosí Department, Bolivia.
Is Tupiza the capital of Bolivia?
No, the capital of Bolivia is Sucre, about 272 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.
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