Morales Population 2026
Morales has a population of 18,994, making it the #85 biggest city in 🇬🇹 Guatemala, located in Izabal Department. Roughly 0.1% of Guatemala's population lives here. It is about 52× smaller than Guatemala City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,994
Rank in Guatemala
#85
Coordinates
15.47°N, 88.84°W
~48 m elevation · America/Guatemala
Distance to capital (Guatemala City)
202 km
125 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Izabal Department
| City | Population | Rank in Guatemala |
|---|---|---|
| Puerto Barrios | 100,593 | #18 |
| El Estor | 20,489 | #79 |
| Lívingston | 17,923 | #90 |
Cities near Morales
- Puerto Barrios100,593 people · ~38 km away
- Lívingston17,923 people · ~41 km away
- El Estor20,489 people · ~53 km away
- Gualán19,354 people · ~68 km away
- Panzos71,846 people · ~86 km away
- Zacapa60,424 people · ~93 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Morales?
Morales has a population of 18,994 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #85 biggest city in Guatemala.
What region is Morales in?
Morales is located in Izabal Department, Guatemala.
Is Morales the capital of Guatemala?
No, the capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City, about 202 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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