Loulé Population 2026
Loulé has a population of 17,930, making it the #140 biggest city in 🇵🇹 Portugal, located in Faro. Roughly 0.2% of Portugal's population lives here. It is about 29× smaller than Lisbon, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,930
Rank in Portugal
#140
Coordinates
37.14°N, 8.02°W
~186 m elevation · Europe/Lisbon
Distance to capital (Lisbon)
202 km
125 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 |
| Quelfes | 17,253 | #147 |
Cities near Loulé
FAQ
What is the population of Loulé?
Loulé has a population of 17,930 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #140 biggest city in Portugal.
What region is Loulé in?
Loulé is located in Faro, Portugal.
Is Loulé the capital of Portugal?
No, the capital of Portugal is Lisbon, about 202 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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