Guastatoya Population 2026
Guastatoya has a population of 24,831, making it the #66 biggest city in 🇬🇹 Guatemala, located in El Progreso. Roughly 0.1% of Guatemala's population lives here. It is about 40× smaller than Guatemala City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,831
Rank in Guatemala
#66
Coordinates
14.85°N, 90.07°W
~520 m elevation · America/Guatemala
Distance to capital (Guatemala City)
53 km
33 miles, straight line
Other big cities in El Progreso
| City | Population | Rank in Guatemala |
|---|---|---|
| Sanarate | 15,843 | #98 |
Cities near Guastatoya
- Sanarate15,843 people · ~16 km away
- Jalapa159,840 people · ~26 km away
- Palencia18,574 people · ~37 km away
- Salamá65,275 people · ~38 km away
- San Pedro Ayampuc58,609 people · ~42 km away
- San Luis Jilotepeque24,679 people · ~44 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Guastatoya?
Guastatoya has a population of 24,831 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #66 biggest city in Guatemala.
What region is Guastatoya in?
Guastatoya is located in El Progreso, Guatemala.
Is Guastatoya the capital of Guatemala?
No, the capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City, about 53 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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