Caldas da Rainha Population 2026
Caldas da Rainha has a population of 27,378, making it the #76 biggest city in 🇵🇹 Portugal, located in Leiria. Roughly 0.3% of Portugal's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than Lisbon, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
27,378
Rank in Portugal
#76
Coordinates
39.40°N, 9.14°W
~60 m elevation · Europe/Lisbon
Distance to capital (Lisbon)
75 km
47 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Leiria
| City | Population | Rank in Portugal |
|---|---|---|
| Leiria | 128,640 | #6 |
| Marinha Grande | 28,916 | #68 |
| Pombal | 17,355 | #146 |
| Alcobaça | 15,800 | #166 |
| Peniche | 15,662 | #168 |
Cities near Caldas da Rainha
- Peniche15,662 people · ~22 km away
- Alcobaça15,800 people · ~22 km away
- Torres Vedras24,443 people · ~36 km away
- Monsanto50,000 people · ~37 km away
- Marinha Grande28,916 people · ~42 km away
- Santarém29,385 people · ~43 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Caldas da Rainha?
Caldas da Rainha has a population of 27,378 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #76 biggest city in Portugal.
What region is Caldas da Rainha in?
Caldas da Rainha is located in Leiria, Portugal.
Is Caldas da Rainha the capital of Portugal?
No, the capital of Portugal is Lisbon, about 75 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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