Olanchito Population 2026
Olanchito has a population of 124,286, making it the #10 biggest city in 🇭🇳 Honduras, located in Yoro Department. Roughly 1.1% of Honduras's population lives here. It is about 6.8× smaller than Tegucigalpa, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
124,286
Rank in Honduras
#10
Coordinates
15.48°N, 86.57°W
~158 m elevation · America/Tegucigalpa
Distance to capital (Tegucigalpa)
170 km
106 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Yoro Department
| City | Population | Rank in Honduras |
|---|---|---|
| El Progreso | 100,810 | #12 |
| El Negrito | 50,550 | #18 |
| Victoria | 34,215 | #25 |
| Santa Rita | 21,536 | #45 |
| Yorito | 19,824 | #51 |
| Sulaco | 18,161 | #56 |
| Yoro | 15,774 | #63 |
Cities near Olanchito
FAQ
What is the population of Olanchito?
Olanchito has a population of 124,286 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #10 biggest city in Honduras.
What region is Olanchito in?
Olanchito is located in Yoro Department, Honduras.
Is Olanchito the capital of Honduras?
No, the capital of Honduras is Tegucigalpa, about 170 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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