Antigua Guatemala Population 2026
Antigua Guatemala has a population of 46,054, making it the #44 biggest city in 🇬🇹 Guatemala, located in Sacatepéquez. Roughly 0.2% of Guatemala's population lives here. It is about 22× smaller than Guatemala City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
46,054
Rank in Guatemala
#44
Coordinates
14.56°N, 90.73°W
~1,583 m elevation · America/Guatemala
Distance to capital (Guatemala City)
25 km
16 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sacatepéquez
| City | Population | Rank in Guatemala |
|---|---|---|
| Ciudad Vieja | 33,405 | #55 |
| Santiago Sacatepéquez | 29,238 | #60 |
| Sumpango | 28,488 | #63 |
| Alotenango | 23,986 | #71 |
| Santa María de Jesús | 21,795 | #75 |
| San Lucas Sacatepéquez | 20,723 | #77 |
| Jocotenango | 17,918 | #91 |
Cities near Antigua Guatemala
- Jocotenango17,918 people · ~2 km away
- Ciudad Vieja33,405 people · ~5 km away
- Santa María de Jesús21,795 people · ~7 km away
- Sumpango28,488 people · ~10 km away
- San Lucas Sacatepéquez20,723 people · ~10 km away
- Santiago Sacatepéquez29,238 people · ~11 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Antigua Guatemala?
Antigua Guatemala has a population of 46,054 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #44 biggest city in Guatemala.
What region is Antigua Guatemala in?
Antigua Guatemala is located in Sacatepéquez, Guatemala.
Is Antigua Guatemala the capital of Guatemala?
No, the capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City, about 25 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.
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