Gualaceo Population 2026
Gualaceo has a population of 17,122, making it the #63 biggest city in 🇪🇨 Ecuador, located in Azuay. Roughly 0.1% of Ecuador's population lives here. It is about 162× smaller than Quito, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,122
Rank in Ecuador
#63
Coordinates
2.89°S, 78.78°W
~2,429 m elevation · America/Guayaquil
Distance to capital (Quito)
298 km
185 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Azuay
| City | Population | Rank in Ecuador |
|---|---|---|
| Cuenca | 636,996 | #3 |
Cities near Gualaceo
FAQ
What is the population of Gualaceo?
Gualaceo has a population of 17,122 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #63 biggest city in Ecuador.
What region is Gualaceo in?
Gualaceo is located in Azuay, Ecuador.
Is Gualaceo the capital of Ecuador?
No, the capital of Ecuador is Quito, about 298 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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