Ayacucho Population 2026
Ayacucho has a population of 140,033, making it the #20 biggest city in 🇵🇪 Peru, located in Ayacucho. Roughly 0.4% of Peru's population lives here. It is about 55× smaller than Lima, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
140,033
Rank in Peru
#20
Coordinates
13.16°S, 74.22°W
~2,805 m elevation · America/Lima
Distance to capital (Lima)
329 km
204 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ayacucho
| City | Population | Rank in Peru |
|---|---|---|
| Huanta | 18,627 | #114 |
Cities near Ayacucho
- Huanta18,627 people · ~26 km away
- Huancavelica49,570 people · ~91 km away
- Andahuaylas17,444 people · ~106 km away
- Abancay72,277 people · ~154 km away
- Chilca73,371 people · ~161 km away
- Huancayo456,250 people · ~162 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ayacucho?
Ayacucho has a population of 140,033 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #20 biggest city in Peru.
What region is Ayacucho in?
Ayacucho is located in Ayacucho, Peru.
Is Ayacucho the capital of Peru?
No, the capital of Peru is Lima, about 329 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.