Jalapa Population 2026
Jalapa has a population of 159,840, making it the #6 biggest city in 🇬🇹 Guatemala, located in Jalapa. Roughly 0.8% of Guatemala's population lives here. It is about 6.2× smaller than Guatemala City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
159,840
Rank in Guatemala
#6
Coordinates
14.64°N, 89.99°W
~1,360 m elevation · America/Guatemala
Distance to capital (Guatemala City)
56 km
35 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Jalapa
| City | Population | Rank in Guatemala |
|---|---|---|
| San Luis Jilotepeque | 24,679 | #67 |
Cities near Jalapa
- Guastatoya24,831 people · ~26 km away
- Sanarate15,843 people · ~28 km away
- San Luis Jilotepeque24,679 people · ~29 km away
- Palencia18,574 people · ~40 km away
- Jutiapa145,880 people · ~41 km away
- Asunción Mita48,297 people · ~45 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Jalapa?
Jalapa has a population of 159,840 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #6 biggest city in Guatemala.
What region is Jalapa in?
Jalapa is located in Jalapa, Guatemala.
Is Jalapa the capital of Guatemala?
No, the capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City, about 56 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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