Tovar Population 2026
Tovar has a population of 48,395, making it the #116 biggest city in 🇻🇪 Venezuela, located in Mérida. Roughly 0.2% of Venezuela's population lives here. It is about 62× smaller than Caracas, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
48,395
Rank in Venezuela
#116
Coordinates
8.33°N, 71.75°W
~934 m elevation · America/Caracas
Distance to capital (Caracas)
586 km
364 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mérida
| City | Population | Rank in Venezuela |
|---|---|---|
| Mérida | 300,000 | #16 |
| El Vigía | 162,289 | #40 |
| Ejido | 120,978 | #54 |
| 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 Tovar
- Bailadores20,113 people · ~12 km away
- Santa Cruz de Mora21,209 people · ~15 km away
- El Vigía162,289 people · ~33 km away
- La Grita37,545 people · ~34 km away
- Coloncito25,352 people · ~37 km away
- Lagunillas28,176 people · ~44 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tovar?
Tovar has a population of 48,395 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #116 biggest city in Venezuela.
What region is Tovar in?
Tovar is located in Mérida, Venezuela.
Is Tovar the capital of Venezuela?
No, the capital of Venezuela is Caracas, about 586 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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