Lugo Population 2026
Lugo has a population of 98,025, making it the #66 biggest city in 🇪🇸 Spain, located in Galicia. Roughly 0.2% of Spain's population lives here. It is about 33× smaller than Madrid, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
98,025
Rank in Spain
#66
Coordinates
43.01°N, 7.56°W
~465 m elevation · Europe/Madrid
Distance to capital (Madrid)
431 km
268 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Galicia
| City | Population | Rank in Spain |
|---|---|---|
| Vigo | 293,642 | #14 |
| A Coruña | 250,438 | #18 |
| Ourense | 105,233 | #60 |
| Santiago de Compostela | 99,536 | #65 |
| Pontevedra | 82,802 | #81 |
| Ferrol | 66,799 | #110 |
| Narón | 37,712 | #189 |
| Vilagarcía de Arousa | 37,576 | #190 |
Cities near Lugo
FAQ
What is the population of Lugo?
Lugo has a population of 98,025 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #66 biggest city in Spain.
What region is Lugo in?
Lugo is located in Galicia, Spain.
Is Lugo the capital of Spain?
No, the capital of Spain is Madrid, about 431 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.