Portimão Population 2026
Portimão has a population of 38,487, making it the #38 biggest city in 🇵🇹 Portugal, located in Faro. Roughly 0.4% of Portugal's population lives here. It is about 13× smaller than Lisbon, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
38,487
Rank in Portugal
#38
Coordinates
37.14°N, 8.54°W
~13 m elevation · Europe/Lisbon
Distance to capital (Lisbon)
184 km
114 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Faro
| City | Population | Rank in Portugal |
|---|---|---|
| Faro | 70,347 | #14 |
| 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 |
| Quelfes | 17,253 | #147 |
Cities near Portimão
FAQ
What is the population of Portimão?
Portimão has a population of 38,487 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #38 biggest city in Portugal.
What region is Portimão in?
Portimão is located in Faro, Portugal.
Is Portimão the capital of Portugal?
No, the capital of Portugal is Lisbon, about 184 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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