Bluefields Population 2026
Bluefields has a population of 44,373, making it the #15 biggest city in 🇳🇮 Nicaragua, located in South Caribbean Coast. Roughly 0.6% of Nicaragua's population lives here. It is about 22× smaller than Managua, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
44,373
Rank in Nicaragua
#15
Coordinates
12.01°N, 83.76°W
~11 m elevation · America/Managua
Distance to capital (Managua)
271 km
168 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Caribbean Coast
| City | Population | Rank in Nicaragua |
|---|---|---|
| Nueva Guinea | 52,929 | #11 |
| Rama | 20,456 | #30 |
Cities near Bluefields
- Rama20,456 people · ~52 km away
- Nueva Guinea52,929 people · ~84 km away
- Juigalpa50,000 people · ~174 km away
- Río Blanco17,018 people · ~189 km away
- Camoapa16,653 people · ~194 km away
- Boaco29,046 people · ~212 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bluefields?
Bluefields has a population of 44,373 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #15 biggest city in Nicaragua.
What region is Bluefields in?
Bluefields is located in South Caribbean Coast, Nicaragua.
Is Bluefields the capital of Nicaragua?
No, the capital of Nicaragua is Managua, about 271 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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