New Amsterdam Population 2026
New Amsterdam has a population of 35,039, making it the #3 biggest city in 🇬🇾 Guyana, located in East Berbice-Corentyne. Roughly 4.2% of Guyana's population lives here. It is about 6.7× smaller than Georgetown, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
35,039
Rank in Guyana
#3
Coordinates
6.25°N, 57.52°W
~1 m elevation · America/Guyana
Distance to capital (Georgetown)
94 km
58 miles, straight line
Cities near New Amsterdam
- Linden44,690 people · ~92 km away
- Georgetown235,017 people · ~94 km away
FAQ
What is the population of New Amsterdam?
New Amsterdam has a population of 35,039 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3 biggest city in Guyana.
What region is New Amsterdam in?
New Amsterdam is located in East Berbice-Corentyne, Guyana.
Is New Amsterdam the capital of Guyana?
No, the capital of Guyana is Georgetown, about 94 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.