Selva Alegre Population 2026
Selva Alegre has a population of 72,696, making it the #33 biggest city in 🇵🇪 Peru, located in Arequipa. Roughly 0.2% of Peru's population lives here. It is about 106× smaller than Lima, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
72,696
Rank in Peru
#33
Coordinates
16.37°S, 71.53°W
~2,455 m elevation · America/Lima
Distance to capital (Lima)
764 km
474 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Arequipa
| City | Population | Rank in Peru |
|---|---|---|
| Arequipa | 1,195,700 | #3 |
| Ciudad Satelite | 76,410 | #31 |
| Cono Norte | 47,347 | #57 |
| Jacobo Hunter | 46,092 | #59 |
| Mollendo | 28,953 | #80 |
| El Pedregal | 20,063 | #113 |
| Camaná | 16,434 | #123 |
Cities near Selva Alegre
- Arequipa1,195,700 people · ~3 km away
- Ciudad Satelite76,410 people · ~7 km away
- Cono Norte47,347 people · ~8 km away
- Jacobo Hunter46,092 people · ~8 km away
- El Pedregal20,063 people · ~71 km away
- Mollendo28,953 people · ~89 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Selva Alegre?
Selva Alegre has a population of 72,696 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #33 biggest city in Peru.
What region is Selva Alegre in?
Selva Alegre is located in Arequipa, Peru.
Is Selva Alegre the capital of Peru?
No, the capital of Peru is Lima, about 764 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.