Lanciano Population 2026
Lanciano has a population of 34,791, making it the #217 biggest city in 🇮🇹 Italy, located in Abruzzo. Roughly 0.1% of Italy's population lives here. It is about 67× smaller than Rome, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
34,791
Rank in Italy
#217
Coordinates
42.23°N, 14.39°E
~265 m elevation · Europe/Rome
Distance to capital (Rome)
160 km
99 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Abruzzo
| City | Population | Rank in Italy |
|---|---|---|
| Pescara | 119,554 | #35 |
| Teramo | 54,338 | #113 |
| Montesilvano | 53,275 | #119 |
| Chieti | 44,444 | #166 |
| Vasto | 41,409 | #179 |
| Avezzano | 37,808 | #197 |
| L'Aquila | 33,691 | #234 |
| Francavilla al Mare | 21,095 | #413 |
Cities near Lanciano
- Chieti44,444 people · ~23 km away
- Francavilla al Mare21,095 people · ~23 km away
- Vasto41,409 people · ~29 km away
- Pescara119,554 people · ~30 km away
- San Salvo17,123 people · ~35 km away
- Montesilvano53,275 people · ~37 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Lanciano?
Lanciano has a population of 34,791 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #217 biggest city in Italy.
What region is Lanciano in?
Lanciano is located in Abruzzo, Italy.
Is Lanciano the capital of Italy?
No, the capital of Italy is Rome, 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.