Huaraz, Ancash

Huaraz: city of Peru, capital of Ancash region

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Quick Facts about Huaraz

Population 118,836
Country Peru
State Ancash (Peru)
County Provincia de Huaraz
Phone Area Codes 43
Area 370.03 km2
Latitude & Longitude -9.5278,-77.5278
Altitude 10,013 feet / 3052 meters
Capital city Huaraz is capital of Huaraz District, Áncash, Huaraz Province
Establishment January 30, 1574 (452 years ago)
Time Zone America/Lima
Local time 12:09:17 (16th April 2026)

Geography

Huaraz is located at 9°31'40"S 77°31'40"W (-9.5277900, -77.5277800).

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Demographics

Year Population % Change Method
2007 99,462 - census
2017 118,836 16.3% census
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