Albufeira Population 2026
Albufeira has a population of 15,851, making it the #164 biggest city in 🇵🇹 Portugal, located in Faro. Roughly 0.2% of Portugal's population lives here. It is about 33× smaller than Lisbon, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,851
Rank in Portugal
#164
Coordinates
37.09°N, 8.25°W
~14 m elevation · Europe/Lisbon
Distance to capital (Lisbon)
198 km
123 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Faro
| City | Population | Rank in Portugal |
|---|---|---|
| Faro | 70,347 | #14 |
| Portimão | 38,487 | #38 |
| Lagos | 33,494 | #52 |
| Olhão | 29,239 | #64 |
| Quarteira | 24,420 | #86 |
| Porto de Mós | 23,648 | #91 |
| Laranjeiro | 20,473 | #118 |
| Loulé | 17,930 | #140 |
Cities near Albufeira
FAQ
What is the population of Albufeira?
Albufeira has a population of 15,851 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #164 biggest city in Portugal.
What region is Albufeira in?
Albufeira is located in Faro, Portugal.
Is Albufeira the capital of Portugal?
No, the capital of Portugal is Lisbon, about 198 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.
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