Nuevo San Carlos Population 2026
Nuevo San Carlos has a population of 39,565, making it the #51 biggest city in 🇬🇹 Guatemala, located in Retalhuleu. Roughly 0.2% of Guatemala's population lives here. It is about 25× smaller than Guatemala City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
39,565
Rank in Guatemala
#51
Coordinates
14.59°N, 91.69°W
~375 m elevation · America/Guatemala
Distance to capital (Guatemala City)
127 km
79 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Retalhuleu
| City | Population | Rank in Guatemala |
|---|---|---|
| Retalhuleu | 90,505 | #21 |
| San Sebastián | 29,167 | #61 |
| San Felipe | 24,446 | #68 |
| El Asintal | 17,388 | #92 |
Cities near Nuevo San Carlos
- El Asintal17,388 people · ~4 km away
- San Sebastián29,167 people · ~6 km away
- Retalhuleu90,505 people · ~7 km away
- San Felipe24,446 people · ~11 km away
- Colomba47,544 people · ~13 km away
- El Palmar15,167 people · ~14 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Nuevo San Carlos?
Nuevo San Carlos has a population of 39,565 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #51 biggest city in Guatemala.
What region is Nuevo San Carlos in?
Nuevo San Carlos is located in Retalhuleu, Guatemala.
Is Nuevo San Carlos the capital of Guatemala?
No, the capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City, about 127 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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