Barranca Population 2026
Barranca has a population of 46,290, making it the #58 biggest city in 🇵🇪 Peru, located in Lima region. Roughly 0.1% of Peru's population lives here. It is about 167× smaller than Lima, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
46,290
Rank in Peru
#58
Coordinates
10.75°S, 77.77°W
~52 m elevation · America/Lima
Distance to capital (Lima)
165 km
102 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Lima region
| City | Population | Rank in Peru |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Anita - Los Ficus | 184,614 | #17 |
| San Francisco De Borja | 105,076 | #24 |
| Chosica | 88,606 | #27 |
| Breña | 81,909 | #29 |
| San Isidro | 68,309 | #37 |
| Jesus Maria | 66,171 | #39 |
| Huaral | 62,174 | #41 |
| Villa Poeta José Gálvez Barrenechea | 61,000 | #43 |
Cities near Barranca
FAQ
What is the population of Barranca?
Barranca has a population of 46,290 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #58 biggest city in Peru.
What region is Barranca in?
Barranca is located in Lima region, Peru.
Is Barranca the capital of Peru?
No, the capital of Peru is Lima, about 165 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.