Mala Population 2026
Mala has a population of 17,260, making it the #120 biggest city in 🇵🇪 Peru, located in Lima region. It is about 448× smaller than Lima, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,260
Rank in Peru
#120
Coordinates
12.66°S, 76.63°W
~34 m elevation · America/Lima
Distance to capital (Lima)
81 km
50 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Lima region
| City | Population | Rank in Peru |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Anita - Los Ficus | 184,614 | #17 |
| San Francisco De Borja | 105,076 | #24 |
| Chosica | 88,606 | #27 |
| Breña | 81,909 | #29 |
| San Isidro | 68,309 | #37 |
| Jesus Maria | 66,171 | #39 |
| Huaral | 62,174 | #41 |
| Villa Poeta José Gálvez Barrenechea | 61,000 | #43 |
Cities near Mala
- San Vicente de Cañete25,517 people · ~54 km away
- Imperial32,344 people · ~54 km away
- Nuevo Imperial32,344 people · ~58 km away
- Villa Poeta José Gálvez Barrenechea61,000 people · ~58 km away
- San Francisco De Borja105,076 people · ~75 km away
- San Isidro68,309 people · ~77 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mala?
Mala has a population of 17,260 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #120 biggest city in Peru.
What region is Mala in?
Mala is located in Lima region, Peru.
Is Mala the capital of Peru?
No, the capital of Peru is Lima, about 81 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.