Pucallpa Population 2026
Pucallpa has a population of 326,040, making it the #10 biggest city in 🇵🇪 Peru, located in Ucayali. Roughly 0.9% of Peru's population lives here. It is about 24× smaller than Lima, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
326,040
Rank in Peru
#10
Coordinates
8.38°S, 74.55°W
~155 m elevation · America/Lima
Distance to capital (Lima)
489 km
304 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ucayali
| City | Population | Rank in Peru |
|---|---|---|
| San Fernando | 67,844 | #38 |
| Aguaytía | 18,318 | #115 |
| Atalaya | 16,700 | #122 |
Cities near Pucallpa
- San Fernando67,844 people · ~3 km away
- Contamana20,900 people · ~127 km away
- Aguaytía18,318 people · ~128 km away
- Tingo María53,177 people · ~188 km away
- Uchiza17,742 people · ~210 km away
- Tocache29,029 people · ~217 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Pucallpa?
Pucallpa has a population of 326,040 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #10 biggest city in Peru.
What region is Pucallpa in?
Pucallpa is located in Ucayali, Peru.
Is Pucallpa the capital of Peru?
No, the capital of Peru is Lima, about 489 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.