Tortosa Population 2026
Tortosa has a population of 35,143, making it the #212 biggest city in 🇪🇸 Spain, located in Catalonia. Roughly 0.1% of Spain's population lives here. It is about 93× smaller than Madrid, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
35,143
Rank in Spain
#212
Coordinates
40.81°N, 0.52°E
~18 m elevation · Europe/Madrid
Distance to capital (Madrid)
359 km
223 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Catalonia
Cities near Tortosa
FAQ
What is the population of Tortosa?
Tortosa has a population of 35,143 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #212 biggest city in Spain.
What region is Tortosa in?
Tortosa is located in Catalonia, Spain.
Is Tortosa the capital of Spain?
No, the capital of Spain is Madrid, about 359 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.