Tegucigalpa Population 2026 capital
Tegucigalpa has a population of 850,848, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇭🇳 Honduras, located in Francisco Morazán Department. Roughly 7.6% of Honduras's population lives here. Tegucigalpa is the capital of Honduras.
Population (city proper)
850,848
Rank in Honduras
#1
Coordinates
14.08°N, 87.21°W
~944 m elevation · America/Tegucigalpa
Other big cities in Francisco Morazán Department
| City | Population | Rank in Honduras |
|---|---|---|
| Sabanagrande | 23,943 | #40 |
| San Juan de Flores | 16,070 | #61 |
Cities near Tegucigalpa
- San Juan de Flores16,070 people · ~28 km away
- Sabanagrande23,943 people · ~31 km away
- Morocelí17,153 people · ~37 km away
- Villa de San Antonio32,419 people · ~52 km away
- Teupasenti43,477 people · ~57 km away
- La Paz17,555 people · ~57 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tegucigalpa?
Tegucigalpa has a population of 850,848 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Honduras.
What region is Tegucigalpa in?
Tegucigalpa is located in Francisco Morazán Department, Honduras.
Is Tegucigalpa the capital of Honduras?
Yes, Tegucigalpa is the capital of Honduras.
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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