Barakaldo Population 2026
Barakaldo has a population of 100,435, making it the #63 biggest city in 🇪🇸 Spain, located in Basque Country. Roughly 0.2% of Spain's population lives here. It is about 32× smaller than Madrid, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
100,435
Rank in Spain
#63
Coordinates
43.30°N, 2.99°W
~27 m elevation · Europe/Madrid
Distance to capital (Madrid)
326 km
202 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Basque Country
| City | Population | Rank in Spain |
|---|---|---|
| Bilbao | 347,342 | #11 |
| Gasteiz / Vitoria | 257,407 | #16 |
| Donostia / San Sebastián | 185,357 | #35 |
| Getxo | 80,770 | #86 |
| Irun | 61,983 | #122 |
| Santutxu | 60,000 | #128 |
| Santurtzi | 46,978 | #150 |
| Portugalete | 45,826 | #156 |
Cities near Barakaldo
FAQ
What is the population of Barakaldo?
Barakaldo has a population of 100,435 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #63 biggest city in Spain.
What region is Barakaldo in?
Barakaldo is located in Basque Country, Spain.
Is Barakaldo the capital of Spain?
No, the capital of Spain is Madrid, about 326 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.