Holguín Population 2026
Holguín has a population of 319,102, making it the #4 biggest city in 🇨🇺 Cuba, located in Holguín Province. Roughly 2.9% of Cuba's population lives here. It is about 6.8× smaller than Havana, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
319,102
Rank in Cuba
#4
Coordinates
20.89°N, 76.26°W
~146 m elevation · America/Havana
Distance to capital (Havana)
678 km
421 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Holguín Province
| City | Population | Rank in Cuba |
|---|---|---|
| Moa | 92,852 | #19 |
| Banes | 53,104 | #37 |
| San Germán | 43,892 | #47 |
| Cacocum | 42,623 | #50 |
| Gibara | 27,603 | #74 |
| Cueto | 26,527 | #77 |
| Sagua de Tánamo | 18,282 | #109 |
| Jobabo | 17,804 | #112 |
Cities near Holguín
- Jobabo17,804 people · ~10 km away
- Cacocum42,623 people · ~18 km away
- Gibara27,603 people · ~28 km away
- San Germán43,892 people · ~35 km away
- Jesús Menéndez51,002 people · ~38 km away
- Cauto Cristo21,159 people · ~43 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Holguín?
Holguín has a population of 319,102 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #4 biggest city in Cuba.
What region is Holguín in?
Holguín is located in Holguín Province, Cuba.
Is Holguín the capital of Cuba?
No, the capital of Cuba is Havana, about 678 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.