Huancayo Population 2026
Huancayo has a population of 456,250, making it the #7 biggest city in 🇵🇪 Peru, located in Junin. Roughly 1.3% of Peru's population lives here. It is about 17× smaller than Lima, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
456,250
Rank in Peru
#7
Coordinates
12.07°S, 75.21°W
~3,596 m elevation · America/Lima
Distance to capital (Lima)
198 km
123 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Junin
| City | Population | Rank in Peru |
|---|---|---|
| Chilca | 73,371 | #32 |
| Tarma | 51,350 | #53 |
| La Oroya | 33,345 | #71 |
| Jauja | 21,057 | #108 |
| Santa Rosa | 18,057 | #116 |
| San Martín de Pangoa | 16,262 | #124 |
| Satipo | 15,532 | #131 |
| Junín | 15,320 | #133 |
Cities near Huancayo
- Chilca73,371 people · ~2 km away
- Jauja21,057 people · ~45 km away
- Huancavelica49,570 people · ~84 km away
- Tarma51,350 people · ~89 km away
- La Oroya33,345 people · ~97 km away
- San Martín de Pangoa16,262 people · ~106 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Huancayo?
Huancayo has a population of 456,250 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #7 biggest city in Peru.
What region is Huancayo in?
Huancayo is located in Junin, Peru.
Is Huancayo the capital of Peru?
No, the capital of Peru is Lima, about 198 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.