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Largest Cities in Lisbon

Top 100 cities ranked by largest cities

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Largest Cities — Lisbon

1 Lisbon 517,802
2 Amadora 178,858
3 Queluz 103,399
4 Cacém 93,982
5 Algueirão 66,250
6 Loures 66,231
7 Rio de Mouro 54,695
8 Odivelas 54,624
9 São Domingos de Rana 46,718
10 Lumiar 46,334
11 Olival 42,961
12 Damaia 37,607
13 Cidade Universitária 37,000
14 Benfica 36,985
15 Cascais 36,436
16 Marvila 35,463
17 Oeiras 35,000
18 Olivais 33,788
19 Alcabideche 33,315
20 Alvalade 31,813
21 Póvoa de Santa Iria 28,901
22 Massamá 28,112
23 Alfornelos 27,093
24 Sintra 26,193
25 Paço de Arcos 25,974
26 Torres Vedras 24,443
27 Estoril 23,700
28 Carnaxide 23,698
29 Monte Estoril 23,375
30 Sete Rios 23,261
31 Pontinha 23,249
32 São Jorge de Arroios 22,990
33 Moscavide e Portela 22,488
34 Parque das Nações 22,382
35 Campo De Ourique 22,140
36 Azambuja 21,422
37 Areeiro 21,160
38 Belas 21,019
39 Linda-a-Velha 20,895
40 Falagueira 20,788
41 Carcavelos 20,366
42 Alcântara 20,267
43 Camarate 20,177
44 Algés 19,327
45 São João da Talha 18,925
46 Santa Iria da Azóia 18,573
47 Vila Franca de Xira 18,355
48 Carnide 18,028
49 Sacavém 17,718
50 Ramada 17,535
51 Parede 17,212
52 Alfragide 17,044
53 Belém 16,546
54 Vialonga 16,088
55 Buraca 16,081
56 Campo Grande 15,514
57 Póvoa de Santo Adrião 14,897
58 Campolide 14,787
59 Ajuda 14,306
60 Cadaval 14,228
61 Graça 13,956
62 Porto Salvo 13,867
63 Baixa 12,765
64 Beato António 12,737
65 Mafra 12,259
66 Bairro da Madre de Deus 12,183
67 Barcarena 11,968
68 Caneças 10,978
69 Unhos 10,712
70 Charneca 10,509
71 São João das Lampas 10,484
72 Carregado 10,474
73 Venda do Pinheiro 10,000
74 Bairro Alto 9,658
75 Principe Real 9,658
76 Malveira 9,647
77 Alenquer 9,626
78 Famões 9,435
79 Anjos 9,361
80 Lourinhã 9,196
81 Caxias 9,007
82 Mem Martins 9,000
83 Campo Pequeno 9,000
84 Queijas 8,828
85 Santa Maria de Belém 8,541
86 Bobadela 8,399
87 Almargem 8,271
88 Prazeres 8,096
89 Chelas 7,960
90 Colares 7,905
91 Castanheira do Ribatejo 7,651
92 Ericeira 7,538
93 Restelo 7,287
94 Alhandra 7,226
95 Apelação 7,182
96 Silveira 6,942
97 A dos Cunhados 6,594
98 Prior Velho 6,500
99 São Sebastião da Pedreira 6,362
100 Arruda dos Vinhos 6,170

The largest cities in Lisbon represent major centers of economic activity, cultural influence, and population growth. Lisbon leads with a population of 517,802, followed by Amadora and Queluz. 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. 14 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. Lisbon's population is larger than that of many small nations.
  • 2. 14 has 10 cities in the top 10, more than any other state.
  • 3. The 50th largest city still has a population of 17,535 — larger than most cities worldwide.
  • 4. The top 5 cities combined have a population of 960,291.

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