Zacapa Population 2026
Zacapa has a population of 60,424, making it the #32 biggest city in 🇬🇹 Guatemala, located in Zacapa. Roughly 0.3% of Guatemala's population lives here. It is about 16× smaller than Guatemala City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
60,424
Rank in Guatemala
#32
Coordinates
14.97°N, 89.53°W
~232 m elevation · America/Guatemala
Distance to capital (Guatemala City)
112 km
70 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Zacapa
| City | Population | Rank in Guatemala |
|---|---|---|
| Gualán | 19,354 | #84 |
Cities near Zacapa
- Chiquimula111,505 people · ~19 km away
- Gualán19,354 people · ~25 km away
- San Luis Jilotepeque24,679 people · ~42 km away
- Esquipulas20,674 people · ~49 km away
- Panzos71,846 people · ~49 km away
- Guastatoya24,831 people · ~60 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Zacapa?
Zacapa has a population of 60,424 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #32 biggest city in Guatemala.
What region is Zacapa in?
Zacapa is located in Zacapa, Guatemala.
Is Zacapa the capital of Guatemala?
No, the capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City, about 112 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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