Yaguajay Population 2026
Yaguajay has a population of 42,218, making it the #51 biggest city in 🇨🇺 Cuba, located in Sancti Spíritus Province. Roughly 0.4% of Cuba's population lives here. It is about 51× smaller than Havana, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
42,218
Rank in Cuba
#51
Coordinates
22.33°N, 79.24°W
~22 m elevation · America/Havana
Distance to capital (Havana)
335 km
208 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sancti Spíritus Province
| City | Population | Rank in Cuba |
|---|---|---|
| Sancti Spíritus | 127,069 | #16 |
| Trinidad | 60,206 | #31 |
| Cabaiguán | 44,515 | #46 |
| Condado | 38,248 | #59 |
| Fomento | 19,991 | #101 |
| Jatibonico | 19,644 | #104 |
| La Sierpe | 16,937 | #113 |
Cities near Yaguajay
FAQ
What is the population of Yaguajay?
Yaguajay has a population of 42,218 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #51 biggest city in Cuba.
What region is Yaguajay in?
Yaguajay is located in Sancti Spíritus Province, Cuba.
Is Yaguajay the capital of Cuba?
No, the capital of Cuba is Havana, about 335 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.