Mazatenango Population 2026
Mazatenango has a population of 77,431, making it the #26 biggest city in 🇬🇹 Guatemala, located in Suchitepeque. Roughly 0.4% of Guatemala's population lives here. It is about 13× smaller than Guatemala City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
77,431
Rank in Guatemala
#26
Coordinates
14.53°N, 91.50°W
~373 m elevation · America/Guatemala
Distance to capital (Guatemala City)
107 km
66 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Suchitepeque
| City | Population | Rank in Guatemala |
|---|---|---|
| Chicacao | 60,735 | #31 |
| Patulul | 40,683 | #49 |
| San Francisco Zapotitlán | 22,533 | #74 |
| San Pablo Jocopilas | 20,433 | #81 |
| Santa Bárbara | 17,172 | #94 |
Cities near Mazatenango
- San Francisco Zapotitlán22,533 people · ~6 km away
- San Pablo Jocopilas20,433 people · ~8 km away
- San Felipe24,446 people · ~14 km away
- El Palmar15,167 people · ~15 km away
- San Sebastián29,167 people · ~16 km away
- Retalhuleu90,505 people · ~19 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mazatenango?
Mazatenango has a population of 77,431 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #26 biggest city in Guatemala.
What region is Mazatenango in?
Mazatenango is located in Suchitepeque, Guatemala.
Is Mazatenango the capital of Guatemala?
No, the capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City, about 107 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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