Poptún Population 2026
Poptún has a population of 17,320, making it the #93 biggest city in 🇬🇹 Guatemala, located in Petén. Roughly 0.1% of Guatemala's population lives here. It is about 57× smaller than Guatemala City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,320
Rank in Guatemala
#93
Coordinates
16.33°N, 89.42°W
~533 m elevation · America/Guatemala
Distance to capital (Guatemala City)
222 km
138 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Petén
| City | Population | Rank in Guatemala |
|---|---|---|
| San Benito | 30,764 | #59 |
| Flores | 20,464 | #80 |
Cities near Poptún
- Flores20,464 people · ~83 km away
- San Benito30,764 people · ~84 km away
- El Estor20,489 people · ~89 km away
- Lívingston17,923 people · ~91 km away
- Panzos71,846 people · ~106 km away
- Chisec17,018 people · ~110 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Poptún?
Poptún has a population of 17,320 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #93 biggest city in Guatemala.
What region is Poptún in?
Poptún is located in Petén, Guatemala.
Is Poptún the capital of Guatemala?
No, the capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City, about 222 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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