Chisec Population 2026
Chisec has a population of 17,018, making it the #95 biggest city in 🇬🇹 Guatemala, located in Alta Verapaz. Roughly 0.1% of Guatemala's population lives here. It is about 58× smaller than Guatemala City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,018
Rank in Guatemala
#95
Coordinates
15.81°N, 90.29°W
~223 m elevation · America/Guatemala
Distance to capital (Guatemala City)
133 km
83 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Alta Verapaz
| City | Population | Rank in Guatemala |
|---|---|---|
| Cobán | 212,047 | #4 |
| Panzos | 71,846 | #27 |
| San Cristóbal Verapaz | 19,664 | #82 |
| San Pedro Carchá | 16,353 | #97 |
Cities near Chisec
- San Pedro Carchá16,353 people · ~37 km away
- Cobán212,047 people · ~39 km away
- San Cristóbal Verapaz19,664 people · ~54 km away
- Salamá65,275 people · ~79 km away
- Panzos71,846 people · ~83 km away
- Rabinal15,157 people · ~84 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Chisec?
Chisec has a population of 17,018 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #95 biggest city in Guatemala.
What region is Chisec in?
Chisec is located in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala.
Is Chisec the capital of Guatemala?
No, the capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City, about 133 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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