Palma Population 2026
Palma has a population of 438,234, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇪🇸 Spain, located in Balearic Islands. Roughly 0.9% of Spain's population lives here. It is about 7.4× smaller than Madrid, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
438,234
Rank in Spain
#8
Coordinates
39.57°N, 2.65°E
~34 m elevation · Europe/Madrid
Distance to capital (Madrid)
549 km
341 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Balearic Islands
| City | Population | Rank in Spain |
|---|---|---|
| Calvià | 51,774 | #145 |
| Ibiza | 49,727 | #149 |
| Manacor | 42,631 | #166 |
| Marratxí | 36,725 | #196 |
| Llucmajor | 36,078 | #202 |
| Santa Eulària des Riu | 31,314 | #236 |
| Inca | 29,308 | #258 |
| Ciutadella | 29,160 | #263 |
Cities near Palma
FAQ
What is the population of Palma?
Palma has a population of 438,234 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Spain.
What region is Palma in?
Palma is located in Balearic Islands, Spain.
Is Palma the capital of Spain?
No, the capital of Spain is Madrid, about 549 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.