Moquegua Population 2026
Moquegua has a population of 69,882, making it the #35 biggest city in 🇵🇪 Peru, located in Moquegua Department. Roughly 0.2% of Peru's population lives here. It is about 111× smaller than Lima, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
69,882
Rank in Peru
#35
Coordinates
17.20°S, 70.94°W
~1,445 m elevation · America/Lima
Distance to capital (Lima)
871 km
541 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Moquegua Department
| City | Population | Rank in Peru |
|---|---|---|
| Ilo | 53,476 | #50 |
| San Antonio | 15,633 | #129 |
Cities near Moquegua
- San Antonio15,633 people · ~2 km away
- Ilo53,476 people · ~65 km away
- Ciudad Satelite76,410 people · ~106 km away
- Jacobo Hunter46,092 people · ~107 km away
- Arequipa1,195,700 people · ~109 km away
- Selva Alegre72,696 people · ~111 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Moquegua?
Moquegua has a population of 69,882 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #35 biggest city in Peru.
What region is Moquegua in?
Moquegua is located in Moquegua Department, Peru.
Is Moquegua the capital of Peru?
No, the capital of Peru is Lima, about 871 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.