Barberena Population 2026
Barberena has a population of 47,093, making it the #42 biggest city in 🇬🇹 Guatemala, located in Santa Rosa Department. Roughly 0.2% of Guatemala's population lives here. It is about 21× smaller than Guatemala City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
47,093
Rank in Guatemala
#42
Coordinates
14.31°N, 90.36°W
~1,206 m elevation · America/Guatemala
Distance to capital (Guatemala City)
41 km
25 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Santa Rosa Department
| City | Population | Rank in Guatemala |
|---|---|---|
| Cuilapa | 41,359 | #48 |
| Guazacapán | 18,855 | #86 |
Cities near Barberena
- Cuilapa41,359 people · ~8 km away
- Fraijanes58,922 people · ~20 km away
- Guazacapán18,855 people · ~27 km away
- Villa Canales155,423 people · ~27 km away
- San José Pinula79,844 people · ~27 km away
- Petapa135,447 people · ~31 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Barberena?
Barberena has a population of 47,093 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #42 biggest city in Guatemala.
What region is Barberena in?
Barberena is located in Santa Rosa Department, Guatemala.
Is Barberena the capital of Guatemala?
No, the capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City, 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.
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