Gijón Population 2026
Gijón has a population of 271,780, making it the #15 biggest city in 🇪🇸 Spain, located in Asturias. Roughly 0.6% of Spain's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Madrid, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
271,780
Rank in Spain
#15
Coordinates
43.54°N, 5.66°W
~22 m elevation · Europe/Madrid
Distance to capital (Madrid)
383 km
238 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Asturias
| City | Population | Rank in Spain |
|---|---|---|
| Oviedo | 220,027 | #21 |
| Avilés | 78,715 | #89 |
| 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 Gijón
- Natahoyo20,000 people · ~2 km away
- Corvera de Asturias15,955 people · ~18 km away
- Avilés78,715 people · ~21 km away
- Oviedo220,027 people · ~24 km away
- La Felguera21,000 people · ~25 km away
- Sama39,984 people · ~27 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Gijón?
Gijón has a population of 271,780 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #15 biggest city in Spain.
What region is Gijón in?
Gijón is located in Asturias, Spain.
Is Gijón the capital of Spain?
No, the capital of Spain is Madrid, about 383 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.