Madrid Population 2026 capital
Madrid has a population of 3,255,944, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇪🇸 Spain, located in Madrid. Roughly 6.8% of Spain's population lives here. Madrid is the capital of Spain.
Population (city proper)
3,255,944
Rank in Spain
#1
Coordinates
40.42°N, 3.70°W
~665 m elevation · Europe/Madrid
Other big cities in Madrid
| City | Population | Rank in Spain |
|---|---|---|
| Móstoles | 207,095 | #29 |
| Alcalá de Henares | 193,751 | #31 |
| Fuenlabrada | 190,496 | #32 |
| Leganés | 188,425 | #33 |
| Getafe | 187,525 | #34 |
| Alcorcón | 172,384 | #39 |
| Torrejón de Ardoz | 118,162 | #55 |
| Alcobendas | 116,037 | #57 |
Cities near Madrid
- Leganés188,425 people · ~11 km away
- Getafe187,525 people · ~13 km away
- Alcorcón172,384 people · ~13 km away
- Alcobendas116,037 people · ~15 km away
- Fuenlabrada190,496 people · ~17 km away
- Móstoles207,095 people · ~17 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Madrid?
Madrid has a population of 3,255,944 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Spain.
What region is Madrid in?
Madrid is located in Madrid, Spain.
Is Madrid the capital of Spain?
Yes, Madrid is the capital of Spain.
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.