Trujillo Population 2026
Trujillo has a population of 1,067,700, making it the #4 biggest city in 🇵🇪 Peru, located in La Libertad. Roughly 3.1% of Peru's population lives here. It is about 7.2× smaller than Lima, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,067,700
Rank in Peru
#4
Coordinates
8.12°S, 79.03°W
~31 m elevation · America/Lima
Distance to capital (Lima)
489 km
304 miles, straight line
Other big cities in La Libertad
| City | Population | Rank in Peru |
|---|---|---|
| Chepén | 41,992 | #62 |
| Chocope | 32,370 | #72 |
| Pacasmayo | 29,165 | #78 |
| Guadalupe | 25,376 | #90 |
| Laredo | 24,691 | #96 |
| Moche | 22,581 | #102 |
| Santiago de Cao | 21,982 | #105 |
| Huamachuco | 21,768 | #106 |
Cities near Trujillo
FAQ
What is the population of Trujillo?
Trujillo has a population of 1,067,700 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #4 biggest city in Peru.
What region is Trujillo in?
Trujillo is located in La Libertad, Peru.
Is Trujillo 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.