Moche Population 2026
Moche has a population of 22,581, making it the #102 biggest city in 🇵🇪 Peru, located in La Libertad. Roughly 0.1% of Peru's population lives here. It is about 343× smaller than Lima, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,581
Rank in Peru
#102
Coordinates
8.17°S, 79.01°W
~13 m elevation · America/Lima
Distance to capital (Lima)
482 km
299 miles, straight line
Other big cities in La Libertad
| City | Population | Rank in Peru |
|---|---|---|
| Trujillo | 1,067,700 | #4 |
| Chepén | 41,992 | #62 |
| Chocope | 32,370 | #72 |
| Pacasmayo | 29,165 | #78 |
| Guadalupe | 25,376 | #90 |
| Laredo | 24,691 | #96 |
| Santiago de Cao | 21,982 | #105 |
| Huamachuco | 21,768 | #106 |
Cities near Moche
FAQ
What is the population of Moche?
Moche has a population of 22,581 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #102 biggest city in Peru.
What region is Moche in?
Moche is located in La Libertad, Peru.
Is Moche the capital of Peru?
No, the capital of Peru is Lima, about 482 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.