Mariel Population 2026
Mariel has a population of 28,987, making it the #69 biggest city in 🇨🇺 Cuba, located in Artemisa. Roughly 0.3% of Cuba's population lives here. It is about 75× smaller than Havana, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
28,987
Rank in Cuba
#69
Coordinates
22.99°N, 82.75°W
~16 m elevation · America/Havana
Distance to capital (Havana)
41 km
25 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Artemisa
| City | Population | Rank in Cuba |
|---|---|---|
| Güira de Melena | 69,879 | #22 |
| Artemisa | 68,073 | #25 |
| San Cristobal | 59,579 | #32 |
| Bauta | 45,768 | #44 |
| San Antonio de los Baños | 42,724 | #49 |
| Guanajay | 25,258 | #82 |
| Bahía Honda | 19,834 | #102 |
| Alquízar | 15,275 | #119 |
Cities near Mariel
- Guanajay25,258 people · ~10 km away
- Artemisa68,073 people · ~20 km away
- Bauta45,768 people · ~21 km away
- Alquízar15,275 people · ~27 km away
- San Antonio de los Baños42,724 people · ~28 km away
- Güira de Melena69,879 people · ~33 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mariel?
Mariel has a population of 28,987 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #69 biggest city in Cuba.
What region is Mariel in?
Mariel is located in Artemisa, Cuba.
Is Mariel the capital of Cuba?
No, the capital of Cuba is Havana, about 41 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.