Benidorm Population 2026
Benidorm has a population of 70,450, making it the #102 biggest city in 🇪🇸 Spain, located in Valencia. Roughly 0.1% of Spain's population lives here. It is about 46× smaller than Madrid, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
70,450
Rank in Spain
#102
Coordinates
38.54°N, 0.13°W
~30 m elevation · Europe/Madrid
Distance to capital (Madrid)
371 km
230 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Valencia
| City | Population | Rank in Spain |
|---|---|---|
| Valencia | 824,340 | #3 |
| Alicante | 348,901 | #10 |
| 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 |
Cities near Benidorm
FAQ
What is the population of Benidorm?
Benidorm has a population of 70,450 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #102 biggest city in Spain.
What region is Benidorm in?
Benidorm is located in Valencia, Spain.
Is Benidorm the capital of Spain?
No, the capital of Spain is Madrid, about 371 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.