Mérida Population 2026
Mérida has a population of 300,000, making it the #16 biggest city in 🇻🇪 Venezuela, located in Mérida. Roughly 1.0% of Venezuela's population lives here. It is about 10× smaller than Caracas, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
300,000
Rank in Venezuela
#16
Coordinates
8.58°N, 71.17°W
~1,389 m elevation · America/Caracas
Distance to capital (Caracas)
516 km
320 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mérida
| City | Population | Rank in Venezuela |
|---|---|---|
| El Vigía | 162,289 | #40 |
| Ejido | 120,978 | #54 |
| Tovar | 48,395 | #116 |
| Lagunillas | 28,176 | #166 |
| Tucaní | 24,034 | #181 |
| Tabay | 23,539 | #185 |
| Santa Cruz de Mora | 21,209 | #191 |
| Bailadores | 20,113 | #196 |
Cities near Mérida
- Ejido120,978 people · ~9 km away
- Tabay23,539 people · ~12 km away
- Lagunillas28,176 people · ~26 km away
- La Azulita17,111 people · ~34 km away
- Tucaní24,034 people · ~45 km away
- El Vigía162,289 people · ~54 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mérida?
Mérida has a population of 300,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #16 biggest city in Venezuela.
What region is Mérida in?
Mérida is located in Mérida, Venezuela.
Is Mérida the capital of Venezuela?
No, the capital of Venezuela is Caracas, about 516 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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