Gualán Population 2026
Gualán has a population of 19,354, making it the #84 biggest city in 🇬🇹 Guatemala, located in Zacapa. Roughly 0.1% of Guatemala's population lives here. It is about 51× smaller than Guatemala City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,354
Rank in Guatemala
#84
Coordinates
15.12°N, 89.36°W
~123 m elevation · America/Guatemala
Distance to capital (Guatemala City)
135 km
84 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Zacapa
| City | Population | Rank in Guatemala |
|---|---|---|
| Zacapa | 60,424 | #32 |
Cities near Gualán
- Zacapa60,424 people · ~25 km away
- Chiquimula111,505 people · ~41 km away
- Panzos71,846 people · ~44 km away
- El Estor20,489 people · ~46 km away
- Esquipulas20,674 people · ~62 km away
- San Luis Jilotepeque24,679 people · ~66 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Gualán?
Gualán has a population of 19,354 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #84 biggest city in Guatemala.
What region is Gualán in?
Gualán is located in Zacapa, Guatemala.
Is Gualán the capital of Guatemala?
No, the capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City, about 135 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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