Jesús Menéndez Population 2026
Jesús Menéndez has a population of 51,002, making it the #40 biggest city in 🇨🇺 Cuba, located in Las Tunas Province. Roughly 0.5% of Cuba's population lives here. It is about 42× smaller than Havana, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
51,002
Rank in Cuba
#40
Coordinates
21.16°N, 76.48°W
~10 m elevation · America/Havana
Distance to capital (Havana)
646 km
401 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Las Tunas Province
| City | Population | Rank in Cuba |
|---|---|---|
| Las Tunas | 203,684 | #8 |
| Puerto Padre | 76,838 | #20 |
| Jobabo | 49,403 | #41 |
| Amancio | 41,523 | #53 |
| Colombia | 20,096 | #99 |
Cities near Jesús Menéndez
FAQ
What is the population of Jesús Menéndez?
Jesús Menéndez has a population of 51,002 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #40 biggest city in Cuba.
What region is Jesús Menéndez in?
Jesús Menéndez is located in Las Tunas Province, Cuba.
Is Jesús Menéndez the capital of Cuba?
No, the capital of Cuba is Havana, about 646 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.