Lleida Population 2026
Lleida has a population of 140,797, making it the #48 biggest city in 🇪🇸 Spain, located in Catalonia. Roughly 0.3% of Spain's population lives here. It is about 23× smaller than Madrid, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
140,797
Rank in Spain
#48
Coordinates
41.62°N, 0.62°E
~155 m elevation · Europe/Madrid
Distance to capital (Madrid)
387 km
240 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Catalonia
| City | Population | Rank in Spain |
|---|---|---|
| Barcelona | 1,686,208 | #2 |
| L'Hospitalet de Llobregat | 257,038 | #17 |
| Terrassa | 218,535 | #22 |
| Badalona | 217,741 | #23 |
| Sabadell | 211,734 | #26 |
| Tarragona | 141,542 | #47 |
| Mataró | 126,988 | #49 |
| Santa Coloma de Gramenet | 118,821 | #54 |
Cities near Lleida
FAQ
What is the population of Lleida?
Lleida has a population of 140,797 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #48 biggest city in Spain.
What region is Lleida in?
Lleida is located in Catalonia, Spain.
Is Lleida the capital of Spain?
No, the capital of Spain is Madrid, about 387 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.