Quarteira Population 2026
Quarteira has a population of 24,420, making it the #86 biggest city in 🇵🇹 Portugal, located in Faro. Roughly 0.2% of Portugal's population lives here. It is about 21× smaller than Lisbon, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,420
Rank in Portugal
#86
Coordinates
37.07°N, 8.10°W
~23 m elevation · Europe/Lisbon
Distance to capital (Lisbon)
206 km
128 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 |
| Porto de Mós | 23,648 | #91 |
| Laranjeiro | 20,473 | #118 |
| Loulé | 17,930 | #140 |
| Quelfes | 17,253 | #147 |
Cities near Quarteira
FAQ
What is the population of Quarteira?
Quarteira has a population of 24,420 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #86 biggest city in Portugal.
What region is Quarteira in?
Quarteira is located in Faro, Portugal.
Is Quarteira the capital of Portugal?
No, the capital of Portugal is Lisbon, about 206 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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