Varadero Population 2026
Varadero has a population of 20,000, making it the #100 biggest city in 🇨🇺 Cuba, located in Matanzas Province. Roughly 0.2% of Cuba's population lives here. It is about 108× smaller than Havana, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,000
Rank in Cuba
#100
Coordinates
23.16°N, 81.24°W
~8 m elevation · America/Havana
Distance to capital (Havana)
116 km
72 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Matanzas Province
| City | Population | Rank in Cuba |
|---|---|---|
| Matanzas | 146,733 | #13 |
| 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 |
Cities near Varadero
- Cárdenas98,515 people · ~14 km away
- Limonar25,421 people · ~29 km away
- Matanzas146,733 people · ~37 km away
- Jovellanos47,164 people · ~40 km away
- Pedro Betancourt26,761 people · ~48 km away
- Perico24,073 people · ~49 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Varadero?
Varadero has a population of 20,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #100 biggest city in Cuba.
What region is Varadero in?
Varadero is located in Matanzas Province, Cuba.
Is Varadero the capital of Cuba?
No, the capital of Cuba is Havana, about 116 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.