Arraiján Population 2026
Arraiján has a population of 76,815, making it the #6 biggest city in 🇵🇦 Panama, located in Panamá Oeste Province. Roughly 1.7% of Panama's population lives here. It is about 5.3× smaller than Panama City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
76,815
Rank in Panama
#6
Coordinates
8.94°N, 79.64°W
~123 m elevation · America/Panama
Distance to capital (Panama City)
15 km
9 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Panamá Oeste Province
| City | Population | Rank in Panama |
|---|---|---|
| La Chorrera | 61,232 | #7 |
| Veracruz | 17,144 | #17 |
Cities near Arraiján
- Veracruz17,144 people · ~6 km away
- Ancón20,706 people · ~10 km away
- Curundú16,361 people · ~11 km away
- Panama City408,168 people · ~15 km away
- La Chorrera61,232 people · ~17 km away
- Alcalde Díaz20,285 people · ~22 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Arraiján?
Arraiján has a population of 76,815 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #6 biggest city in Panama.
What region is Arraiján in?
Arraiján is located in Panamá Oeste Province, Panama.
Is Arraiján the capital of Panama?
No, the capital of Panama is Panama City, about 15 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.