Chiquimula Population 2026
Chiquimula has a population of 111,505, making it the #14 biggest city in 🇬🇹 Guatemala, located in Chiquimula. Roughly 0.6% of Guatemala's population lives here. It is about 8.9× smaller than Guatemala City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
111,505
Rank in Guatemala
#14
Coordinates
14.80°N, 89.55°W
~400 m elevation · America/Guatemala
Distance to capital (Guatemala City)
105 km
65 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Chiquimula
| City | Population | Rank in Guatemala |
|---|---|---|
| Esquipulas | 20,674 | #78 |
Cities near Chiquimula
- Zacapa60,424 people · ~19 km away
- San Luis Jilotepeque24,679 people · ~26 km away
- Esquipulas20,674 people · ~34 km away
- Gualán19,354 people · ~41 km away
- Jalapa159,840 people · ~51 km away
- Asunción Mita48,297 people · ~55 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Chiquimula?
Chiquimula has a population of 111,505 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #14 biggest city in Guatemala.
What region is Chiquimula in?
Chiquimula is located in Chiquimula, Guatemala.
Is Chiquimula the capital of Guatemala?
No, the capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City, about 105 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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