Sullana Population 2026
Sullana has a population of 160,789, making it the #18 biggest city in 🇵🇪 Peru, located in Piura. Roughly 0.5% of Peru's population lives here. It is about 48× smaller than Lima, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
160,789
Rank in Peru
#18
Coordinates
4.90°S, 80.69°W
~60 m elevation · America/Lima
Distance to capital (Lima)
890 km
553 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Piura
| City | Population | Rank in Peru |
|---|---|---|
| Piura | 630,000 | #5 |
| San Martin | 130,000 | #21 |
| Talara | 99,074 | #25 |
| Chulucanas | 68,835 | #36 |
| Catacaos | 57,304 | #47 |
| Paita | 56,151 | #48 |
| La Unión | 34,834 | #68 |
| Tambo Grande | 30,033 | #76 |
Cities near Sullana
- Marcavelica25,645 people · ~4 km away
- Querecotillo25,396 people · ~9 km away
- Piura630,000 people · ~31 km away
- San Martin130,000 people · ~31 km away
- Tambo Grande30,033 people · ~38 km away
- Catacaos57,304 people · ~40 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sullana?
Sullana has a population of 160,789 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #18 biggest city in Peru.
What region is Sullana in?
Sullana is located in Piura, Peru.
Is Sullana the capital of Peru?
No, the capital of Peru is Lima, about 890 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.