Balaguer Population 2026
Balaguer has a population of 16,841, making it the #489 biggest city in 🇪🇸 Spain, located in Catalonia. It is about 193× smaller than Madrid, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,841
Rank in Spain
#489
Coordinates
41.79°N, 0.81°E
~220 m elevation · Europe/Madrid
Distance to capital (Madrid)
408 km
253 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Catalonia
Cities near Balaguer
FAQ
What is the population of Balaguer?
Balaguer has a population of 16,841 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #489 biggest city in Spain.
What region is Balaguer in?
Balaguer is located in Catalonia, Spain.
Is Balaguer the capital of Spain?
No, the capital of Spain is Madrid, about 408 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.