La Salud Population 2026
La Salud has a population of 28,796, making it the #71 biggest city in 🇨🇺 Cuba, located in Mayabeque. Roughly 0.3% of Cuba's population lives here. It is about 75× smaller than Havana, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
28,796
Rank in Cuba
#71
Coordinates
22.87°N, 82.42°W
~63 m elevation · America/Havana
Distance to capital (Havana)
29 km
18 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mayabeque
| City | Population | Rank in Cuba |
|---|---|---|
| Güines | 68,935 | #24 |
| San José de las Lajas | 54,847 | #34 |
| Madruga | 33,798 | #65 |
| Jaruco | 20,207 | #98 |
| Santa Cruz del Norte | 18,402 | #108 |
| Bejucal | 18,123 | #110 |
Cities near La Salud
- Bejucal18,123 people · ~7 km away
- San Antonio de los Baños42,724 people · ~9 km away
- Santiago de las Vegas35,241 people · ~11 km away
- Güira de Melena69,879 people · ~12 km away
- Fontanar178,601 people · ~17 km away
- Bauta45,768 people · ~18 km away
FAQ
What is the population of La Salud?
La Salud has a population of 28,796 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #71 biggest city in Cuba.
What region is La Salud in?
La Salud is located in Mayabeque, Cuba.
Is La Salud the capital of Cuba?
No, the capital of Cuba is Havana, about 29 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.