Nebaj Population 2026
Nebaj has a population of 23,301, making it the #72 biggest city in 🇬🇹 Guatemala, located in Quiché. Roughly 0.1% of Guatemala's population lives here. It is about 43× smaller than Guatemala City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,301
Rank in Guatemala
#72
Coordinates
15.41°N, 91.15°W
~1,909 m elevation · America/Guatemala
Distance to capital (Guatemala City)
109 km
68 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Quiché
| City | Population | Rank in Guatemala |
|---|---|---|
| Chichicastenango | 141,567 | #10 |
| Santa Cruz del Quiché | 78,279 | #25 |
Cities near Nebaj
- Huehuetenango79,426 people · ~36 km away
- Soloma49,030 people · ~41 km away
- Santa Cruz del Quiché78,279 people · ~42 km away
- Momostenango31,739 people · ~49 km away
- Chichicastenango141,567 people · ~52 km away
- Totonicapán103,952 people · ~60 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Nebaj?
Nebaj has a population of 23,301 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #72 biggest city in Guatemala.
What region is Nebaj in?
Nebaj is located in Quiché, Guatemala.
Is Nebaj the capital of Guatemala?
No, the capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City, about 109 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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