Paita Population 2026
Paita has a population of 56,151, making it the #48 biggest city in 🇵🇪 Peru, located in Piura. Roughly 0.2% of Peru's population lives here. It is about 138× smaller than Lima, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
56,151
Rank in Peru
#48
Coordinates
5.09°S, 81.11°W
~16 m elevation · America/Lima
Distance to capital (Lima)
894 km
555 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Piura
| City | Population | Rank in Peru |
|---|---|---|
| Piura | 630,000 | #5 |
| Sullana | 160,789 | #18 |
| San Martin | 130,000 | #21 |
| Talara | 99,074 | #25 |
| Chulucanas | 68,835 | #36 |
| Catacaos | 57,304 | #47 |
| La Unión | 34,834 | #68 |
| Tambo Grande | 30,033 | #76 |
Cities near Paita
- San Martin130,000 people · ~50 km away
- Marcavelica25,645 people · ~51 km away
- Catacaos57,304 people · ~52 km away
- Piura630,000 people · ~52 km away
- Sullana160,789 people · ~52 km away
- La Unión34,834 people · ~54 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Paita?
Paita has a population of 56,151 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #48 biggest city in Peru.
What region is Paita in?
Paita is located in Piura, Peru.
Is Paita the capital of Peru?
No, the capital of Peru is Lima, about 894 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.