Requena Population 2026
Requena has a population of 25,300, making it the #91 biggest city in 🇵🇪 Peru, located in Loreto. Roughly 0.1% of Peru's population lives here. It is about 306× smaller than Lima, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
25,300
Rank in Peru
#91
Coordinates
5.06°S, 73.85°W
~108 m elevation · America/Lima
Distance to capital (Lima)
851 km
528 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Loreto
| City | Population | Rank in Peru |
|---|---|---|
| Iquitos | 377,609 | #9 |
| San Juan | 78,153 | #30 |
| Yurimaguas | 41,827 | #64 |
| Contamana | 20,900 | #109 |
Cities near Requena
FAQ
What is the population of Requena?
Requena has a population of 25,300 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #91 biggest city in Peru.
What region is Requena in?
Requena is located in Loreto, Peru.
Is Requena the capital of Peru?
No, the capital of Peru is Lima, about 851 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.