Ciudad Sandino Population 2026
Ciudad Sandino has a population of 50,000, making it the #14 biggest city in 🇳🇮 Nicaragua, located in Managua Department. Roughly 0.7% of Nicaragua's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than Managua, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
50,000
Rank in Nicaragua
#14
Coordinates
12.16°N, 86.34°W
~105 m elevation · America/Managua
Distance to capital (Managua)
11 km
7 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Managua Department
| City | Population | Rank in Nicaragua |
|---|---|---|
| Managua | 973,087 | #1 |
| Mateare | 61,234 | #8 |
| Tipitapa | 50,000 | #12 |
| San Rafael del Sur | 29,836 | #21 |
| El Crucero | 16,469 | #35 |
Cities near Ciudad Sandino
- Managua973,087 people · ~11 km away
- Mateare61,234 people · ~12 km away
- El Crucero16,469 people · ~19 km away
- Nagarote26,270 people · ~27 km away
- Tipitapa50,000 people · ~27 km away
- San Marcos23,347 people · ~32 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ciudad Sandino?
Ciudad Sandino has a population of 50,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #14 biggest city in Nicaragua.
What region is Ciudad Sandino in?
Ciudad Sandino is located in Managua Department, Nicaragua.
Is Ciudad Sandino the capital of Nicaragua?
No, the capital of Nicaragua is Managua, about 11 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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