Almería Population 2026
Almería has a population of 196,851, making it the #30 biggest city in 🇪🇸 Spain, located in Andalusia. Roughly 0.4% of Spain's population lives here. It is about 17× smaller than Madrid, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
196,851
Rank in Spain
#30
Coordinates
36.84°N, 2.46°W
~21 m elevation · Europe/Madrid
Distance to capital (Madrid)
412 km
256 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Andalusia
| City | Population | Rank in Spain |
|---|---|---|
| Sevilla | 686,741 | #5 |
| Málaga | 592,346 | #6 |
| Córdoba | 325,708 | #12 |
| Granada | 233,532 | #20 |
| Jerez de la Frontera | 212,879 | #25 |
| Marbella | 156,295 | #41 |
| Huelva | 144,258 | #46 |
| Dos Hermanas | 122,943 | #52 |
Cities near Almería
FAQ
What is the population of Almería?
Almería has a population of 196,851 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #30 biggest city in Spain.
What region is Almería in?
Almería is located in Andalusia, Spain.
Is Almería the capital of Spain?
No, the capital of Spain is Madrid, about 412 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.