Ciudad Real Population 2026
Ciudad Real has a population of 74,743, making it the #96 biggest city in 🇪🇸 Spain, located in Castille-La Mancha. Roughly 0.2% of Spain's population lives here. It is about 44× smaller than Madrid, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
74,743
Rank in Spain
#96
Coordinates
38.99°N, 3.93°W
~633 m elevation · Europe/Madrid
Distance to capital (Madrid)
160 km
99 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Castille-La Mancha
| City | Population | Rank in Spain |
|---|---|---|
| Albacete | 173,050 | #38 |
| Guadalajara | 93,470 | #71 |
| Talavera de la Reina | 88,856 | #73 |
| Toledo | 86,526 | #76 |
| Cuenca | 54,898 | #137 |
| Puertollano | 51,842 | #144 |
| Tomelloso | 36,091 | #201 |
| Azuqueca de Henares | 34,685 | #218 |
Cities near Ciudad Real
- Puertollano51,842 people · ~37 km away
- Valdepeñas31,147 people · ~53 km away
- Alcázar de San Juan30,686 people · ~77 km away
- Tomelloso36,091 people · ~81 km away
- Toledo86,526 people · ~97 km away
- Linares57,414 people · ~102 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ciudad Real?
Ciudad Real has a population of 74,743 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #96 biggest city in Spain.
What region is Ciudad Real in?
Ciudad Real is located in Castille-La Mancha, Spain.
Is Ciudad Real the capital of Spain?
No, the capital of Spain is Madrid, about 160 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.