Zarumilla Population 2026
Zarumilla has a population of 16,907, making it the #121 biggest city in 🇵🇪 Peru, located in Tumbes. It is about 458× smaller than Lima, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,907
Rank in Peru
#121
Coordinates
3.50°S, 80.27°W
~14 m elevation · America/Lima
Distance to capital (Lima)
1,015 km
630 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tumbes
| City | Population | Rank in Peru |
|---|---|---|
| Tumbes | 96,946 | #26 |
Cities near Zarumilla
- Tumbes96,946 people · ~20 km away
- La Breita17,693 people · ~108 km away
- Querecotillo25,396 people · ~154 km away
- Tambo Grande30,033 people · ~159 km away
- Marcavelica25,645 people · ~160 km away
- Sullana160,789 people · ~162 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Zarumilla?
Zarumilla has a population of 16,907 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #121 biggest city in Peru.
What region is Zarumilla in?
Zarumilla is located in Tumbes, Peru.
Is Zarumilla the capital of Peru?
No, the capital of Peru is Lima, about 1,015 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.