Avilés Population 2026
Avilés has a population of 78,715, making it the #89 biggest city in 🇪🇸 Spain, located in Asturias. Roughly 0.2% of Spain's population lives here. It is about 41× smaller than Madrid, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
78,715
Rank in Spain
#89
Coordinates
43.55°N, 5.92°W
~26 m elevation · Europe/Madrid
Distance to capital (Madrid)
394 km
245 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Asturias
| City | Population | Rank in Spain |
|---|---|---|
| Gijón | 271,780 | #15 |
| Oviedo | 220,027 | #21 |
| Mieres | 44,070 | #159 |
| Sama | 39,984 | #176 |
| La Felguera | 21,000 | #378 |
| Natahoyo | 20,000 | #403 |
| Corvera de Asturias | 15,955 | #513 |
Cities near Avilés
- Corvera de Asturias15,955 people · ~4 km away
- Natahoyo20,000 people · ~20 km away
- Gijón271,780 people · ~21 km away
- Oviedo220,027 people · ~23 km away
- La Felguera21,000 people · ~33 km away
- Sama39,984 people · ~35 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Avilés?
Avilés has a population of 78,715 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #89 biggest city in Spain.
What region is Avilés in?
Avilés is located in Asturias, Spain.
Is Avilés the capital of Spain?
No, the capital of Spain is Madrid, about 394 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.