Palín Population 2026
Palín has a population of 65,873, making it the #29 biggest city in 🇬🇹 Guatemala, located in Escuintla. Roughly 0.3% of Guatemala's population lives here. It is about 15× smaller than Guatemala City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
65,873
Rank in Guatemala
#29
Coordinates
14.40°N, 90.70°W
~1,148 m elevation · America/Guatemala
Distance to capital (Guatemala City)
33 km
20 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Escuintla
| City | Population | Rank in Guatemala |
|---|---|---|
| Escuintla | 156,313 | #7 |
| Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa | 112,780 | #13 |
| Masagua | 45,323 | #46 |
| La Gomera | 24,001 | #70 |
| Puerto San José | 18,655 | #87 |
| Tiquisate | 18,189 | #89 |
Cities near Palín
- Santa María de Jesús21,795 people · ~10 km away
- Amatitlán71,836 people · ~11 km away
- Alotenango23,986 people · ~15 km away
- Escuintla156,313 people · ~15 km away
- Ciudad Vieja33,405 people · ~15 km away
- Antigua Guatemala46,054 people · ~17 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Palín?
Palín has a population of 65,873 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #29 biggest city in Guatemala.
What region is Palín in?
Palín is located in Escuintla, Guatemala.
Is Palín the capital of Guatemala?
No, the capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City, about 33 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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