San Felipe Population 2026
San Felipe has a population of 24,446, making it the #68 biggest city in 🇬🇹 Guatemala, located in Retalhuleu. Roughly 0.1% of Guatemala's population lives here. It is about 41× smaller than Guatemala City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,446
Rank in Guatemala
#68
Coordinates
14.62°N, 91.59°W
~617 m elevation · America/Guatemala
Distance to capital (Guatemala City)
116 km
72 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Retalhuleu
| City | Population | Rank in Guatemala |
|---|---|---|
| Retalhuleu | 90,505 | #21 |
| Nuevo San Carlos | 39,565 | #51 |
| San Sebastián | 29,167 | #61 |
| El Asintal | 17,388 | #92 |
Cities near San Felipe
- El Palmar15,167 people · ~4 km away
- San Francisco Zapotitlán22,533 people · ~9 km away
- San Sebastián29,167 people · ~9 km away
- Nuevo San Carlos39,565 people · ~11 km away
- Retalhuleu90,505 people · ~13 km away
- Mazatenango77,431 people · ~14 km away
FAQ
What is the population of San Felipe?
San Felipe has a population of 24,446 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #68 biggest city in Guatemala.
What region is San Felipe in?
San Felipe is located in Retalhuleu, Guatemala.
Is San Felipe the capital of Guatemala?
No, the capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City, about 116 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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