San Marcos Population 2026
San Marcos has a population of 47,063, making it the #43 biggest city in 🇬🇹 Guatemala, located in San Marcos. Roughly 0.2% of Guatemala's population lives here. It is about 21× smaller than Guatemala City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
47,063
Rank in Guatemala
#43
Coordinates
14.96°N, 91.79°W
~2,380 m elevation · America/Guatemala
Distance to capital (Guatemala City)
142 km
88 miles, straight line
Other big cities in San Marcos
| City | Population | Rank in Guatemala |
|---|---|---|
| Malacatán | 92,816 | #20 |
| Comitancillo | 59,489 | #33 |
| San Pedro Sacatepéquez | 40,021 | #50 |
Cities near San Marcos
- San Pedro Sacatepéquez40,021 people · ~4 km away
- Comitancillo59,489 people · ~15 km away
- Cabricán23,033 people · ~20 km away
- Ostuncalco51,828 people · ~21 km away
- La Esperanza16,461 people · ~27 km away
- Malacatán92,816 people · ~29 km away
FAQ
What is the population of San Marcos?
San Marcos has a population of 47,063 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #43 biggest city in Guatemala.
What region is San Marcos in?
San Marcos is located in San Marcos, Guatemala.
Is San Marcos the capital of Guatemala?
No, the capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City, about 142 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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