Matanzas Population 2026
Matanzas has a population of 146,733, making it the #13 biggest city in 🇨🇺 Cuba, located in Matanzas Province. Roughly 1.3% of Cuba's population lives here. It is about 15× smaller than Havana, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
146,733
Rank in Cuba
#13
Coordinates
23.04°N, 81.58°W
~1 m elevation · America/Havana
Distance to capital (Havana)
82 km
51 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Matanzas Province
| City | Population | Rank in Cuba |
|---|---|---|
| Cárdenas | 98,515 | #18 |
| Colón | 63,882 | #28 |
| Jagüey Grande | 54,363 | #35 |
| Jovellanos | 47,164 | #43 |
| Unión de Reyes | 33,646 | #66 |
| Pedro Betancourt | 26,761 | #76 |
| Limonar | 25,421 | #81 |
| Perico | 24,073 | #86 |
Cities near Matanzas
- Limonar25,421 people · ~20 km away
- Unión de Reyes33,646 people · ~28 km away
- Madruga33,798 people · ~32 km away
- Varadero20,000 people · ~37 km away
- Santa Cruz del Norte18,402 people · ~37 km away
- Cárdenas98,515 people · ~39 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Matanzas?
Matanzas has a population of 146,733 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #13 biggest city in Cuba.
What region is Matanzas in?
Matanzas is located in Matanzas Province, Cuba.
Is Matanzas the capital of Cuba?
No, the capital of Cuba is Havana, about 82 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.