Palmira Population 2026
Palmira has a population of 48,087, making it the #117 biggest city in 🇻🇪 Venezuela, located in Táchira. Roughly 0.2% of Venezuela's population lives here. It is about 62× smaller than Caracas, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
48,087
Rank in Venezuela
#117
Coordinates
7.84°N, 72.23°W
~1,107 m elevation · America/Caracas
Distance to capital (Caracas)
657 km
408 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Táchira
| City | Population | Rank in Venezuela |
|---|---|---|
| San Cristóbal | 289,852 | #17 |
| Táriba | 138,402 | #46 |
| Rubio | 93,197 | #70 |
| San Antonio del Táchira | 66,392 | #91 |
| Colón | 62,513 | #96 |
| La Fría | 61,568 | #97 |
| Ureña | 56,509 | #103 |
| San Josecito | 54,669 | #106 |
Cities near Palmira
- Táriba138,402 people · ~2 km away
- San Cristóbal289,852 people · ~8 km away
- Capacho Nuevo40,169 people · ~9 km away
- Michelena20,539 people · ~13 km away
- San Josecito54,669 people · ~20 km away
- Rubio93,197 people · ~21 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Palmira?
Palmira has a population of 48,087 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #117 biggest city in Venezuela.
What region is Palmira in?
Palmira is located in Táchira, Venezuela.
Is Palmira the capital of Venezuela?
No, the capital of Venezuela is Caracas, about 657 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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