Zaragoza Population 2026
Zaragoza has a population of 686,986, making it the #4 biggest city in 🇪🇸 Spain, located in Aragon. Roughly 1.4% of Spain's population lives here. It is about 4.7× smaller than Madrid, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
686,986
Rank in Spain
#4
Coordinates
41.66°N, 0.88°W
~214 m elevation · Europe/Madrid
Distance to capital (Madrid)
274 km
170 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Aragon
Cities near Zaragoza
FAQ
What is the population of Zaragoza?
Zaragoza has a population of 686,986 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #4 biggest city in Spain.
What region is Zaragoza in?
Zaragoza is located in Aragon, Spain.
Is Zaragoza the capital of Spain?
No, the capital of Spain is Madrid, about 274 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.