Tarragona Population 2026
Tarragona has a population of 141,542, making it the #47 biggest city in 🇪🇸 Spain, located in Catalonia. Roughly 0.3% of Spain's population lives here. It is about 23× smaller than Madrid, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
141,542
Rank in Spain
#47
Coordinates
41.12°N, 1.25°E
~60 m elevation · Europe/Madrid
Distance to capital (Madrid)
424 km
263 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Catalonia
| City | Population | Rank in Spain |
|---|---|---|
| Barcelona | 1,686,208 | #2 |
| L'Hospitalet de Llobregat | 257,038 | #17 |
| Terrassa | 218,535 | #22 |
| Badalona | 217,741 | #23 |
| Sabadell | 211,734 | #26 |
| Lleida | 140,797 | #48 |
| Mataró | 126,988 | #49 |
| Santa Coloma de Gramenet | 118,821 | #54 |
Cities near Tarragona
FAQ
What is the population of Tarragona?
Tarragona has a population of 141,542 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #47 biggest city in Spain.
What region is Tarragona in?
Tarragona is located in Catalonia, Spain.
Is Tarragona the capital of Spain?
No, the capital of Spain is Madrid, about 424 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.