Minas de Marcona Population 2026
Minas de Marcona has a population of 15,478, making it the #132 biggest city in 🇵🇪 Peru, located in Ica. It is about 500× smaller than Lima, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,478
Rank in Peru
#132
Coordinates
15.21°S, 75.11°W
~776 m elevation · America/Lima
Distance to capital (Lima)
409 km
254 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ica
| City | Population | Rank in Peru |
|---|---|---|
| Ica | 282,407 | #13 |
| Chincha Alta | 153,076 | #19 |
| Pisco | 61,869 | #42 |
| Nazca | 23,556 | #99 |
| San Clemente | 15,815 | #128 |
Cities near Minas de Marcona
- Nazca23,556 people · ~46 km away
- Ica282,407 people · ~143 km away
- Pisco61,869 people · ~204 km away
- San Clemente15,815 people · ~205 km away
- Chincha Alta153,076 people · ~229 km away
- Ayacucho140,033 people · ~247 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Minas de Marcona?
Minas de Marcona has a population of 15,478 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #132 biggest city in Peru.
What region is Minas de Marcona in?
Minas de Marcona is located in Ica, Peru.
Is Minas de Marcona the capital of Peru?
No, the capital of Peru is Lima, about 409 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.