Maracay Population 2026
Maracay has a population of 464,700, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇻🇪 Venezuela, located in Aragua. Roughly 1.6% of Venezuela's population lives here. It is about 6.5× smaller than Caracas, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
464,700
Rank in Venezuela
#8
Coordinates
10.25°N, 67.59°W
~553 m elevation · America/Caracas
Distance to capital (Caracas)
83 km
52 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Aragua
| City | Population | Rank in Venezuela |
|---|---|---|
| Turmero | 344,700 | #15 |
| El Limón | 148,247 | #43 |
| Palo Negro | 128,875 | #49 |
| La Victoria | 126,721 | #50 |
| Cagua | 119,033 | #57 |
| Villa de Cura | 99,669 | #69 |
| San Mateo | 50,401 | #115 |
| Las Tejerías | 43,445 | #124 |
Cities near Maracay
FAQ
What is the population of Maracay?
Maracay has a population of 464,700 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Venezuela.
What region is Maracay in?
Maracay is located in Aragua, Venezuela.
Is Maracay the capital of Venezuela?
No, the capital of Venezuela is Caracas, about 83 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.
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