Oranjestad Population 2026 capital
Oranjestad has a population of 29,998, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇦🇼 Aruba. Roughly 28% of Aruba's population lives here. Oranjestad is the capital of Aruba.
Population (city proper)
29,998
Rank in Aruba
#1
Coordinates
12.52°N, 70.03°W
~5 m elevation · America/Aruba
Cities near Oranjestad
- Tanki Leendert21,500 people · ~2 km away
- Noord24,193 people · ~5 km away
- Santa Cruz15,236 people · ~5 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Oranjestad?
Oranjestad has a population of 29,998 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Aruba.
Is Oranjestad the capital of Aruba?
Yes, Oranjestad is the capital of Aruba.
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.