Cienfuegos Population 2026
Cienfuegos has a population of 186,644, making it the #11 biggest city in 🇨🇺 Cuba, located in Cienfuegos Province. Roughly 1.7% of Cuba's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Havana, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
186,644
Rank in Cuba
#11
Coordinates
22.15°N, 80.45°W
~18 m elevation · America/Havana
Distance to capital (Havana)
227 km
141 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Cienfuegos Province
| City | Population | Rank in Cuba |
|---|---|---|
| Cumanayagua | 38,687 | #58 |
| Cruces | 24,906 | #84 |
| Aguada de Pasajeros | 23,606 | #88 |
| Palmira | 23,078 | #90 |
| Lajas | 22,602 | #91 |
| Rodas | 19,212 | #105 |
| Abreus | 16,711 | #116 |
Cities near Cienfuegos
FAQ
What is the population of Cienfuegos?
Cienfuegos has a population of 186,644 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #11 biggest city in Cuba.
What region is Cienfuegos in?
Cienfuegos is located in Cienfuegos Province, Cuba.
Is Cienfuegos the capital of Cuba?
No, the capital of Cuba is Havana, about 227 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.