Yecla Population 2026
Yecla has a population of 35,025, making it the #214 biggest city in 🇪🇸 Spain, located in Murcia. Roughly 0.1% of Spain's population lives here. It is about 93× smaller than Madrid, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
35,025
Rank in Spain
#214
Coordinates
38.61°N, 1.11°W
~620 m elevation · Europe/Madrid
Distance to capital (Madrid)
299 km
186 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Murcia
| City | Population | Rank in Spain |
|---|---|---|
| Murcia | 471,982 | #7 |
| Cartagena | 213,943 | #24 |
| Lorca | 93,079 | #72 |
| Molina de Segura | 64,065 | #117 |
| Alcantarilla | 41,084 | #171 |
| Torre-Pacheco | 35,614 | #208 |
| Mazarrón | 35,221 | #211 |
| Cieza | 34,889 | #216 |
Cities near Yecla
FAQ
What is the population of Yecla?
Yecla has a population of 35,025 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #214 biggest city in Spain.
What region is Yecla in?
Yecla is located in Murcia, Spain.
Is Yecla the capital of Spain?
No, the capital of Spain is Madrid, about 299 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.