Cobán Population 2026
Cobán has a population of 212,047, making it the #4 biggest city in 🇬🇹 Guatemala, located in Alta Verapaz. Roughly 1.1% of Guatemala's population lives here. It is about 4.7× smaller than Guatemala City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
212,047
Rank in Guatemala
#4
Coordinates
15.47°N, 90.37°W
~1,326 m elevation · America/Guatemala
Distance to capital (Guatemala City)
93 km
58 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Alta Verapaz
| City | Population | Rank in Guatemala |
|---|---|---|
| Panzos | 71,846 | #27 |
| San Cristóbal Verapaz | 19,664 | #82 |
| Chisec | 17,018 | #95 |
| San Pedro Carchá | 16,353 | #97 |
Cities near Cobán
- San Pedro Carchá16,353 people · ~7 km away
- San Cristóbal Verapaz19,664 people · ~16 km away
- Chisec17,018 people · ~39 km away
- Salamá65,275 people · ~41 km away
- Rabinal15,157 people · ~45 km away
- Guastatoya24,831 people · ~76 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cobán?
Cobán has a population of 212,047 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #4 biggest city in Guatemala.
What region is Cobán in?
Cobán is located in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala.
Is Cobán the capital of Guatemala?
No, the capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City, about 93 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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