Largest Cities in Lima region

Top 48 cities ranked by largest cities

Largest Cities - Lima region

1 Vitarte 599,196
2 Santiago de Surco 251,648
3 Hualmay 200,585
4 Huacho 200,585
5 Caleta de Carquín 200,585
6 Miraflores 187,401
9 Huaral 99,915
10 La Huaca 99,915
11 Jecuán 99,915
12 Esperanza Baja 99,915
13 Chosica 88,606
14 Breña 81,909
15 San Isidro 68,309
16 Jesus Maria 66,171
18 Barranca 58,749
19 Barranco 37,525
20 Chancay 35,466
21 Buena Vista 35,466
22 Boza 35,466
23 Cruz Blanca 34,277
24 Imperial 32,344
26 Végueta 24,668
27 Huaura 24,668
28 El Sol 24,668
29 Mala 22,325
30 Paramonga 18,490
31 Punta Hermosa 16,482
32 Pucusana 14,891
33 Santa María 14,853
34 Chilca 13,920
35 Las Salinas 13,920
36 Supe Puerto 12,786
37 Caleta Vidal 12,786
38 Supe 12,492
39 Pativilca 11,467
40 Vinto Bajo 11,467
41 Upaca 11,467
42 Quilmaná 10,491
43 San Luis 8,862
44 Aucallama 6,504
45 Nuevo Imperial 6,319
46 Oyón 6,276
48 San Bartolo 5,733

The largest cities in Lima region represent major centers of economic activity, cultural influence, and population growth. Vitarte leads with a population of 599,196, followed by Santiago de Surco and Hualmay. These cities serve as hubs for employment, education, and innovation, attracting residents from across the country and around the world.

Population size is a key indicator of a city's economic influence and infrastructure capacity. Larger cities typically offer more diverse job markets, extensive public transit systems, and a wider range of cultural amenities. 15 dominates the top 10 with 10 cities on the list, reflecting the state's strong economic pull and quality of life.

While large populations bring economic advantages, they also present challenges including higher costs of living, traffic congestion, and housing affordability concerns. Many of these cities have experienced significant growth over the past decade, driven by job opportunities in technology, healthcare, and professional services.

Did You Know?

  • 1. Vitarte's population is larger than that of many small nations.
  • 2. 15 has 10 cities in the top 10, more than any other state.
  • 3. The top 5 cities combined have a population of 1,452,599.

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