Santa Elena Population 2026
Santa Elena has a population of 18,410, making it the #219 biggest city in 🇦🇷 Argentina, located in Entre Rios. It is about 157× smaller than Buenos Aires, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,410
Rank in Argentina
#219
Coordinates
30.94°S, 59.79°W
~67 m elevation · America/Argentina/Cordoba
Distance to capital (Buenos Aires)
429 km
266 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Entre Rios
| City | Population | Rank in Argentina |
|---|---|---|
| Paraná | 247,139 | #16 |
| Concordia | 145,210 | #28 |
| Gualeguaychú | 78,676 | #59 |
| Concepción del Uruguay | 67,895 | #69 |
| Colón | 58,219 | #78 |
| Nogoyá | 43,195 | #111 |
| Gualeguay | 33,120 | #134 |
| Villaguay | 32,027 | #139 |
Cities near Santa Elena
FAQ
What is the population of Santa Elena?
Santa Elena has a population of 18,410 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #219 biggest city in Argentina.
What region is Santa Elena in?
Santa Elena is located in Entre Rios, Argentina.
Is Santa Elena the capital of Argentina?
No, the capital of Argentina is Buenos Aires, about 429 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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