Cuilapa Population 2026
Cuilapa has a population of 41,359, making it the #48 biggest city in 🇬🇹 Guatemala, located in Santa Rosa Department. Roughly 0.2% of Guatemala's population lives here. It is about 24× smaller than Guatemala City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
41,359
Rank in Guatemala
#48
Coordinates
14.28°N, 90.30°W
~983 m elevation · America/Guatemala
Distance to capital (Guatemala City)
47 km
29 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Santa Rosa Department
| City | Population | Rank in Guatemala |
|---|---|---|
| Barberena | 47,093 | #42 |
| Guazacapán | 18,855 | #86 |
Cities near Cuilapa
- Barberena47,093 people · ~8 km away
- Guazacapán18,855 people · ~26 km away
- Fraijanes58,922 people · ~26 km away
- San José Pinula79,844 people · ~33 km away
- Villa Canales155,423 people · ~34 km away
- Jalpatagua28,832 people · ~35 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cuilapa?
Cuilapa has a population of 41,359 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #48 biggest city in Guatemala.
What region is Cuilapa in?
Cuilapa is located in Santa Rosa Department, Guatemala.
Is Cuilapa the capital of Guatemala?
No, the capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City, about 47 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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