Jaén Population 2026
Jaén has a population of 52,493, making it the #52 biggest city in 🇵🇪 Peru, located in Cajamarca Department. Roughly 0.2% of Peru's population lives here. It is about 147× smaller than Lima, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
52,493
Rank in Peru
#52
Coordinates
5.71°S, 78.81°W
~730 m elevation · America/Lima
Distance to capital (Lima)
731 km
454 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Cajamarca Department
| City | Population | Rank in Peru |
|---|---|---|
| Cajamarca | 201,329 | #15 |
Cities near Jaén
- Bagua Grande20,382 people · ~41 km away
- La Peca27,045 people · ~43 km away
- Chachapoyas32,026 people · ~119 km away
- Chongoyape16,061 people · ~122 km away
- Pátapo15,270 people · ~146 km away
- Ferreñafe34,357 people · ~150 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Jaén?
Jaén has a population of 52,493 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #52 biggest city in Peru.
What region is Jaén in?
Jaén is located in Cajamarca Department, Peru.
Is Jaén the capital of Peru?
No, the capital of Peru is Lima, about 731 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.