Tocumen Population 2026
Tocumen has a population of 50,844, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇵🇦 Panama, located in Panamá. Roughly 1.1% of Panama's population lives here. It is about 8.0× smaller than Panama City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
50,844
Rank in Panama
#8
Coordinates
9.09°N, 79.38°W
~35 m elevation · America/Panama
Distance to capital (Panama City)
18 km
11 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Panamá
| City | Population | Rank in Panama |
|---|---|---|
| Panama City | 408,168 | #1 |
| San Miguelito | 321,501 | #2 |
| Juan Díaz | 100,636 | #3 |
| Chilibre | 33,536 | #10 |
| Ancón | 20,706 | #12 |
| Alcalde Díaz | 20,285 | #13 |
| Curundú | 16,361 | #18 |
Cities near Tocumen
- Juan Díaz100,636 people · ~8 km away
- San Miguelito321,501 people · ~11 km away
- Panama City408,168 people · ~18 km away
- Alcalde Díaz20,285 people · ~19 km away
- Curundú16,361 people · ~22 km away
- Ancón20,706 people · ~23 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tocumen?
Tocumen has a population of 50,844 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Panama.
What region is Tocumen in?
Tocumen is located in Panamá, Panama.
Is Tocumen the capital of Panama?
No, the capital of Panama is Panama City, about 18 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.