Ica Population 2026
Ica has a population of 282,407, making it the #13 biggest city in 🇵🇪 Peru, located in Ica. Roughly 0.8% of Peru's population lives here. It is about 27× smaller than Lima, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
282,407
Rank in Peru
#13
Coordinates
14.08°S, 75.73°W
~396 m elevation · America/Lima
Distance to capital (Lima)
266 km
165 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ica
| City | Population | Rank in Peru |
|---|---|---|
| Chincha Alta | 153,076 | #19 |
| Pisco | 61,869 | #42 |
| Nazca | 23,556 | #99 |
| San Clemente | 15,815 | #128 |
| Minas de Marcona | 15,478 | #132 |
Cities near Ica
- San Clemente15,815 people · ~64 km away
- Pisco61,869 people · ~65 km away
- Chincha Alta153,076 people · ~86 km away
- Nazca23,556 people · ~120 km away
- Nuevo Imperial32,344 people · ~128 km away
- Imperial32,344 people · ~131 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ica?
Ica has a population of 282,407 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #13 biggest city in Peru.
What region is Ica in?
Ica is located in Ica, Peru.
Is Ica the capital of Peru?
No, the capital of Peru is Lima, about 266 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.