Huaraz Population 2026
Huaraz has a population of 118,836, making it the #23 biggest city in 🇵🇪 Peru, located in Ancash. Roughly 0.3% of Peru's population lives here. It is about 65× smaller than Lima, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
118,836
Rank in Peru
#23
Coordinates
9.53°S, 77.53°W
~2,829 m elevation · America/Lima
Distance to capital (Lima)
285 km
177 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ancash
| City | Population | Rank in Peru |
|---|---|---|
| Chimbote | 316,966 | #11 |
| Centenario | 47,581 | #56 |
| Huarmey | 16,172 | #126 |
| Coishco | 15,083 | #136 |
Cities near Huaraz
- Centenario47,581 people · ~1 km away
- Huarmey16,172 people · ~91 km away
- Yanacancha23,175 people · ~125 km away
- Chimbote316,966 people · ~127 km away
- Paramonga27,631 people · ~131 km away
- Coishco15,083 people · ~132 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Huaraz?
Huaraz has a population of 118,836 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #23 biggest city in Peru.
What region is Huaraz in?
Huaraz is located in Ancash, Peru.
Is Huaraz the capital of Peru?
No, the capital of Peru is Lima, about 285 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.