Irun Population 2026
Irun has a population of 61,983, making it the #122 biggest city in 🇪🇸 Spain, located in Basque Country. Roughly 0.1% of Spain's population lives here. It is about 53× smaller than Madrid, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
61,983
Rank in Spain
#122
Coordinates
43.34°N, 1.79°W
~23 m elevation · Europe/Madrid
Distance to capital (Madrid)
361 km
224 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 |
| Barakaldo | 100,435 | #63 |
| Getxo | 80,770 | #86 |
| Santutxu | 60,000 | #128 |
| Santurtzi | 46,978 | #150 |
| Portugalete | 45,826 | #156 |
Cities near Irun
- Errenteria38,767 people · ~10 km away
- Donostia / San Sebastián185,357 people · ~15 km away
- Zarautz22,627 people · ~31 km away
- Eibar27,406 people · ~58 km away
- Burlata18,934 people · ~59 km away
- Pamplona208,243 people · ~59 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Irun?
Irun has a population of 61,983 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #122 biggest city in Spain.
What region is Irun in?
Irun is located in Basque Country, Spain.
Is Irun the capital of Spain?
No, the capital of Spain is Madrid, about 361 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.