San Cristóbal Verapaz Population 2026
San Cristóbal Verapaz has a population of 19,664, making it the #82 biggest city in 🇬🇹 Guatemala, located in Alta Verapaz. Roughly 0.1% of Guatemala's population lives here. It is about 51× smaller than Guatemala City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,664
Rank in Guatemala
#82
Coordinates
15.37°N, 90.48°W
~1,395 m elevation · America/Guatemala
Distance to capital (Guatemala City)
81 km
50 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Alta Verapaz
| City | Population | Rank in Guatemala |
|---|---|---|
| Cobán | 212,047 | #4 |
| Panzos | 71,846 | #27 |
| Chisec | 17,018 | #95 |
| San Pedro Carchá | 16,353 | #97 |
Cities near San Cristóbal Verapaz
- Cobán212,047 people · ~16 km away
- San Pedro Carchá16,353 people · ~22 km away
- Rabinal15,157 people · ~31 km away
- Salamá65,275 people · ~34 km away
- Chisec17,018 people · ~54 km away
- San Pedro Ayampuc58,609 people · ~65 km away
FAQ
What is the population of San Cristóbal Verapaz?
San Cristóbal Verapaz has a population of 19,664 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #82 biggest city in Guatemala.
What region is San Cristóbal Verapaz in?
San Cristóbal Verapaz is located in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala.
Is San Cristóbal Verapaz the capital of Guatemala?
No, the capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City, about 81 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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