Jocotenango Population 2026
Jocotenango has a population of 17,918, making it the #91 biggest city in 🇬🇹 Guatemala, located in Sacatepéquez. Roughly 0.1% of Guatemala's population lives here. It is about 56× smaller than Guatemala City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,918
Rank in Guatemala
#91
Coordinates
14.58°N, 90.74°W
~1,542 m elevation · America/Guatemala
Distance to capital (Guatemala City)
25 km
16 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sacatepéquez
| City | Population | Rank in Guatemala |
|---|---|---|
| Antigua Guatemala | 46,054 | #44 |
| Ciudad Vieja | 33,405 | #55 |
| Santiago Sacatepéquez | 29,238 | #60 |
| Sumpango | 28,488 | #63 |
| Alotenango | 23,986 | #71 |
| Santa María de Jesús | 21,795 | #75 |
| San Lucas Sacatepéquez | 20,723 | #77 |
Cities near Jocotenango
- Antigua Guatemala46,054 people · ~2 km away
- Ciudad Vieja33,405 people · ~7 km away
- Sumpango28,488 people · ~8 km away
- Santiago Sacatepéquez29,238 people · ~9 km away
- San Lucas Sacatepéquez20,723 people · ~9 km away
- El Tejar15,639 people · ~10 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Jocotenango?
Jocotenango has a population of 17,918 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #91 biggest city in Guatemala.
What region is Jocotenango in?
Jocotenango is located in Sacatepéquez, Guatemala.
Is Jocotenango the capital of Guatemala?
No, the capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City, about 25 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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