Güines Population 2026
Güines has a population of 68,935, making it the #24 biggest city in 🇨🇺 Cuba, located in Mayabeque. Roughly 0.6% of Cuba's population lives here. It is about 31× smaller than Havana, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
68,935
Rank in Cuba
#24
Coordinates
22.84°N, 82.03°W
~60 m elevation · America/Havana
Distance to capital (Havana)
49 km
30 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mayabeque
| City | Population | Rank in Cuba |
|---|---|---|
| San José de las Lajas | 54,847 | #34 |
| Madruga | 33,798 | #65 |
| La Salud | 28,796 | #71 |
| Jaruco | 20,207 | #98 |
| Santa Cruz del Norte | 18,402 | #108 |
| Bejucal | 18,123 | #110 |
Cities near Güines
- San José de las Lajas54,847 people · ~19 km away
- Madruga33,798 people · ~19 km away
- Jaruco20,207 people · ~23 km away
- Santa Cruz del Norte18,402 people · ~37 km away
- Bejucal18,123 people · ~38 km away
- Santiago de las Vegas35,241 people · ~40 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Güines?
Güines has a population of 68,935 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #24 biggest city in Cuba.
What region is Güines in?
Güines is located in Mayabeque, Cuba.
Is Güines the capital of Cuba?
No, the capital of Cuba is Havana, about 49 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.