Cayambe Population 2026
Cayambe has a population of 26,582, making it the #46 biggest city in 🇪🇨 Ecuador, located in Pichincha. Roughly 0.1% of Ecuador's population lives here. It is about 105× smaller than Quito, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,582
Rank in Ecuador
#46
Coordinates
0.04°N, 78.15°W
~2,911 m elevation · America/Guayaquil
Distance to capital (Quito)
52 km
32 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Pichincha
Cities near Cayambe
FAQ
What is the population of Cayambe?
Cayambe has a population of 26,582 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #46 biggest city in Ecuador.
What region is Cayambe in?
Cayambe is located in Pichincha, Ecuador.
Is Cayambe the capital of Ecuador?
No, the capital of Ecuador is Quito, about 52 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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