Abancay Population 2026
Abancay has a population of 72,277, making it the #34 biggest city in 🇵🇪 Peru, located in Apurímac Department. Roughly 0.2% of Peru's population lives here. It is about 107× smaller than Lima, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
72,277
Rank in Peru
#34
Coordinates
13.63°S, 72.88°W
~2,629 m elevation · America/Lima
Distance to capital (Lima)
483 km
300 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Apurímac Department
| City | Population | Rank in Peru |
|---|---|---|
| Andahuaylas | 17,444 | #119 |
Cities near Abancay
- Andahuaylas17,444 people · ~54 km away
- Santa Ana25,145 people · ~87 km away
- Quillabamba25,300 people · ~88 km away
- Santiago64,075 people · ~98 km away
- Cusco428,450 people · ~100 km away
- Wanchaq59,134 people · ~100 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Abancay?
Abancay has a population of 72,277 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #34 biggest city in Peru.
What region is Abancay in?
Abancay is located in Apurímac Department, Peru.
Is Abancay the capital of Peru?
No, the capital of Peru is Lima, about 483 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.