Mercedes Population 2026
Mercedes has a population of 30,649, making it the #147 biggest city in 🇦🇷 Argentina, located in Corrientes. Roughly 0.1% of Argentina's population lives here. It is about 94× smaller than Buenos Aires, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
30,649
Rank in Argentina
#147
Coordinates
29.18°S, 58.08°W
~96 m elevation · America/Argentina/Cordoba
Distance to capital (Buenos Aires)
604 km
375 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Corrientes
| City | Population | Rank in Argentina |
|---|---|---|
| Corrientes | 346,334 | #8 |
| Ituzaingó | 168,419 | #25 |
| Goya | 70,245 | #67 |
| San Lorenzo | 47,626 | #96 |
| Paso de los Libres | 43,805 | #106 |
| Curuzú Cuatiá | 36,390 | #125 |
| Gobernador Virasora | 28,756 | #150 |
| Esquina | 26,399 | #167 |
Cities near Mercedes
- Curuzú Cuatiá36,390 people · ~68 km away
- Paso de los Libres43,805 people · ~112 km away
- Goya70,245 people · ~115 km away
- Saladas18,349 people · ~116 km away
- Monte Caseros24,671 people · ~126 km away
- San Lorenzo47,626 people · ~135 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mercedes?
Mercedes has a population of 30,649 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #147 biggest city in Argentina.
What region is Mercedes in?
Mercedes is located in Corrientes, Argentina.
Is Mercedes the capital of Argentina?
No, the capital of Argentina is Buenos Aires, about 604 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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