Portugalete Population 2026
Portugalete has a population of 45,826, making it the #156 biggest city in 🇪🇸 Spain, located in Basque Country. Roughly 0.1% of Spain's population lives here. It is about 71× smaller than Madrid, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
45,826
Rank in Spain
#156
Coordinates
43.32°N, 3.02°W
~49 m elevation · Europe/Madrid
Distance to capital (Madrid)
328 km
204 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 |
| Irun | 61,983 | #122 |
| Santutxu | 60,000 | #128 |
| Santurtzi | 46,978 | #150 |
Cities near Portugalete
FAQ
What is the population of Portugalete?
Portugalete has a population of 45,826 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #156 biggest city in Spain.
What region is Portugalete in?
Portugalete is located in Basque Country, Spain.
Is Portugalete the capital of Spain?
No, the capital of Spain is Madrid, about 328 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.