Lima Population 2026 capital
Lima has a population of 7,737,002, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇵🇪 Peru, located in Lima Province. Roughly 22% of Peru's population lives here. Lima is the capital of Peru.
Population (city proper)
7,737,002
Rank in Peru
#1
Coordinates
12.04°S, 77.03°W
~152 m elevation · America/Lima
Cities near Lima
- Breña81,909 people · ~3 km away
- Jesus Maria66,171 people · ~3 km away
- Santa Anita - Los Ficus184,614 people · ~6 km away
- San Francisco De Borja105,076 people · ~6 km away
- San Isidro68,309 people · ~6 km away
- Carmen De La Legua Reynoso41,863 people · ~8 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Lima?
Lima has a population of 7,737,002 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Peru.
What region is Lima in?
Lima is located in Lima Province, Peru.
Is Lima the capital of Peru?
Yes, Lima is the capital of Peru.
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.