Alicante Population 2026
Alicante has a population of 348,901, making it the #10 biggest city in 🇪🇸 Spain, located in Valencia. Roughly 0.7% of Spain's population lives here. It is about 9.3× smaller than Madrid, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
348,901
Rank in Spain
#10
Coordinates
38.35°N, 0.48°W
~18 m elevation · Europe/Madrid
Distance to capital (Madrid)
360 km
224 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Valencia
| City | Population | Rank in Spain |
|---|---|---|
| Valencia | 824,340 | #3 |
| Elche | 234,765 | #19 |
| Castelló de la Plana | 171,857 | #40 |
| Orihuela | 101,321 | #62 |
| Torrevieja | 82,599 | #82 |
| Torrent | 78,543 | #92 |
| Gandia | 73,829 | #98 |
| Benidorm | 70,450 | #102 |
Cities near Alicante
FAQ
What is the population of Alicante?
Alicante has a population of 348,901 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #10 biggest city in Spain.
What region is Alicante in?
Alicante is located in Valencia, Spain.
Is Alicante the capital of Spain?
No, the capital of Spain is Madrid, about 360 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.