Sama Population 2026
Sama has a population of 39,984, making it the #176 biggest city in 🇪🇸 Spain, located in Asturias. Roughly 0.1% of Spain's population lives here. It is about 81× smaller than Madrid, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
39,984
Rank in Spain
#176
Coordinates
43.30°N, 5.68°W
~220 m elevation · Europe/Madrid
Distance to capital (Madrid)
360 km
224 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Asturias
| City | Population | Rank in Spain |
|---|---|---|
| Gijón | 271,780 | #15 |
| Oviedo | 220,027 | #21 |
| Avilés | 78,715 | #89 |
| Mieres | 44,070 | #159 |
| La Felguera | 21,000 | #378 |
| Natahoyo | 20,000 | #403 |
| Corvera de Asturias | 15,955 | #513 |
Cities near Sama
- La Felguera21,000 people · ~1 km away
- Mieres44,070 people · ~8 km away
- Oviedo220,027 people · ~15 km away
- Gijón271,780 people · ~27 km away
- Natahoyo20,000 people · ~27 km away
- Corvera de Asturias15,955 people · ~31 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sama?
Sama has a population of 39,984 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #176 biggest city in Spain.
What region is Sama in?
Sama is located in Asturias, Spain.
Is Sama the capital of Spain?
No, the capital of Spain is Madrid, about 360 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.