Guantánamo Population 2026
Guantánamo has a population of 272,801, making it the #5 biggest city in 🇨🇺 Cuba, located in Guantánamo Province. Roughly 2.5% of Cuba's population lives here. It is about 7.9× smaller than Havana, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
272,801
Rank in Cuba
#5
Coordinates
20.14°N, 75.21°W
~56 m elevation · America/Havana
Distance to capital (Havana)
812 km
504 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Guantánamo Province
| City | Population | Rank in Cuba |
|---|---|---|
| Baracoa | 48,362 | #42 |
| Maisí | 28,276 | #73 |
| Río Guayabal de Yateras | 25,753 | #79 |
Cities near Guantánamo
- Río Guayabal de Yateras25,753 people · ~32 km away
- Sagua de Tánamo18,282 people · ~49 km away
- Moa92,852 people · ~63 km away
- Santiago de Cuba555,865 people · ~65 km away
- San Luis67,293 people · ~67 km away
- Baracoa48,362 people · ~78 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Guantánamo?
Guantánamo has a population of 272,801 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #5 biggest city in Cuba.
What region is Guantánamo in?
Guantánamo is located in Guantánamo Province, Cuba.
Is Guantánamo the capital of Cuba?
No, the capital of Cuba is Havana, about 812 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.