Riobamba Population 2026
Riobamba has a population of 264,048, making it the #11 biggest city in 🇪🇨 Ecuador, located in Chimborazo Province. Roughly 1.4% of Ecuador's population lives here. It is about 11× smaller than Quito, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
264,048
Rank in Ecuador
#11
Coordinates
1.67°S, 78.66°W
~2,777 m elevation · America/Guayaquil
Distance to capital (Quito)
160 km
99 miles, straight line
Cities near Riobamba
FAQ
What is the population of Riobamba?
Riobamba has a population of 264,048 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #11 biggest city in Ecuador.
What region is Riobamba in?
Riobamba is located in Chimborazo Province, Ecuador.
Is Riobamba the capital of Ecuador?
No, the capital of Ecuador is Quito, about 160 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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