San Miguel de Tucumán Population 2026
San Miguel de Tucumán has a population of 548,866, making it the #5 biggest city in 🇦🇷 Argentina, located in Tucuman. Roughly 1.2% of Argentina's population lives here. It is about 5.3× smaller than Buenos Aires, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
548,866
Rank in Argentina
#5
Coordinates
26.82°S, 65.21°W
~440 m elevation · America/Argentina/Tucuman
Distance to capital (Buenos Aires)
1,085 km
674 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tucuman
| City | Population | Rank in Argentina |
|---|---|---|
| Yerba Buena | 50,783 | #91 |
| Tafí Viejo | 48,459 | #94 |
| Aguilares | 32,494 | #135 |
| Famaillá | 30,951 | #145 |
| Monteros | 23,771 | #188 |
| Bella Vista | 15,126 | #250 |
Cities near San Miguel de Tucumán
- Yerba Buena50,783 people · ~8 km away
- Tafí Viejo48,459 people · ~10 km away
- Bella Vista15,126 people · ~26 km away
- Famaillá30,951 people · ~33 km away
- Monteros23,771 people · ~48 km away
- Aguilares32,494 people · ~79 km away
FAQ
What is the population of San Miguel de Tucumán?
San Miguel de Tucumán has a population of 548,866 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #5 biggest city in Argentina.
What region is San Miguel de Tucumán in?
San Miguel de Tucumán is located in Tucuman, Argentina.
Is San Miguel de Tucumán the capital of Argentina?
No, the capital of Argentina is Buenos Aires, about 1,085 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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