Perugia Population 2026
Perugia has a population of 120,137, making it the #34 biggest city in 🇮🇹 Italy, located in Umbria. Roughly 0.2% of Italy's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than Rome, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
120,137
Rank in Italy
#34
Coordinates
43.11°N, 12.39°E
~493 m elevation · Europe/Rome
Distance to capital (Rome)
136 km
84 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Umbria
| City | Population | Rank in Italy |
|---|---|---|
| Terni | 111,189 | #38 |
| Foligno | 56,918 | #107 |
| Città di Castello | 22,497 | #383 |
| Spoleto | 19,266 | #450 |
| Bastia umbra | 17,831 | #487 |
| Todi | 15,345 | #588 |
Cities near Perugia
- Bastia umbra17,831 people · ~14 km away
- Foligno56,918 people · ~31 km away
- Todi15,345 people · ~37 km away
- Città di Castello22,497 people · ~41 km away
- Fabriano23,230 people · ~49 km away
- Spoleto19,266 people · ~50 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Perugia?
Perugia has a population of 120,137 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #34 biggest city in Italy.
What region is Perugia in?
Perugia is located in Umbria, Italy.
Is Perugia the capital of Italy?
No, the capital of Italy is Rome, about 136 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.