Guatemala City Population 2026 capital
Guatemala City has a population of 994,938, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇬🇹 Guatemala, located in Guatemala. Roughly 5.2% of Guatemala's population lives here. Guatemala City is the capital of Guatemala.
Population (city proper)
994,938
Rank in Guatemala
#1
Coordinates
14.64°N, 90.51°W
~1,508 m elevation · America/Guatemala
Other big cities in Guatemala
| City | Population | Rank in Guatemala |
|---|---|---|
| Villa Nueva | 618,397 | #2 |
| Mixco | 465,773 | #3 |
| Villa Canales | 155,423 | #8 |
| San Juan Sacatepéquez | 136,886 | #11 |
| Petapa | 135,447 | #12 |
| Chinautla | 104,972 | #16 |
| Santa Catarina Pinula | 80,582 | #22 |
| San José Pinula | 79,844 | #23 |
Cities near Guatemala City
- Chinautla104,972 people · ~7 km away
- Santa Catarina Pinula80,582 people · ~8 km away
- Mixco465,773 people · ~10 km away
- Villa Nueva618,397 people · ~15 km away
- San José Pinula79,844 people · ~15 km away
- San Lucas Sacatepéquez20,723 people · ~16 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Guatemala City?
Guatemala City has a population of 994,938 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Guatemala.
What region is Guatemala City in?
Guatemala City is located in Guatemala, Guatemala.
Is Guatemala City the capital of Guatemala?
Yes, Guatemala City is the capital of Guatemala.
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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