Tingo María Population 2026
Tingo María has a population of 53,177, making it the #51 biggest city in 🇵🇪 Peru, located in Huánuco Department. Roughly 0.2% of Peru's population lives here. It is about 145× smaller than Lima, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
53,177
Rank in Peru
#51
Coordinates
9.30°S, 76.00°W
~647 m elevation · America/Lima
Distance to capital (Lima)
326 km
202 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Huánuco Department
| City | Population | Rank in Peru |
|---|---|---|
| Huánuco | 196,627 | #16 |
| Yanacancha | 23,175 | #100 |
Cities near Tingo María
- Aguaytía18,318 people · ~61 km away
- Huánuco196,627 people · ~75 km away
- Uchiza17,742 people · ~106 km away
- Yanacancha23,175 people · ~127 km away
- Chaupimarca28,666 people · ~134 km away
- Tocache29,029 people · ~136 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tingo María?
Tingo María has a population of 53,177 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #51 biggest city in Peru.
What region is Tingo María in?
Tingo María is located in Huánuco Department, Peru.
Is Tingo María the capital of Peru?
No, the capital of Peru is Lima, about 326 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.