Tumbes Population 2026
Tumbes has a population of 96,946, making it the #26 biggest city in 🇵🇪 Peru, located in Tumbes. Roughly 0.3% of Peru's population lives here. It is about 80× smaller than Lima, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
96,946
Rank in Peru
#26
Coordinates
3.56°S, 80.44°W
~4 m elevation · America/Lima
Distance to capital (Lima)
1,016 km
631 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tumbes
| City | Population | Rank in Peru |
|---|---|---|
| Zarumilla | 16,907 | #121 |
Cities near Tumbes
- Zarumilla16,907 people · ~20 km away
- La Breita17,693 people · ~92 km away
- Querecotillo25,396 people · ~144 km away
- Talara99,074 people · ~146 km away
- Marcavelica25,645 people · ~150 km away
- Sullana160,789 people · ~152 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tumbes?
Tumbes has a population of 96,946 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #26 biggest city in Peru.
What region is Tumbes in?
Tumbes is located in Tumbes, Peru.
Is Tumbes the capital of Peru?
No, the capital of Peru is Lima, about 1,016 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.