El Crucero Population 2026
El Crucero has a population of 16,469, making it the #35 biggest city in 🇳🇮 Nicaragua, located in Managua Department. Roughly 0.2% of Nicaragua's population lives here. It is about 59× smaller than Managua, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,469
Rank in Nicaragua
#35
Coordinates
11.99°N, 86.31°W
~930 m elevation · America/Managua
Distance to capital (Managua)
17 km
11 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 |
| Ciudad Sandino | 50,000 | #14 |
| San Rafael del Sur | 29,836 | #21 |
Cities near El Crucero
- San Marcos23,347 people · ~15 km away
- Diriamba35,008 people · ~17 km away
- Managua973,087 people · ~17 km away
- Ciudad Sandino50,000 people · ~19 km away
- Masatepe21,452 people · ~20 km away
- Jinotepe29,507 people · ~20 km away
FAQ
What is the population of El Crucero?
El Crucero has a population of 16,469 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #35 biggest city in Nicaragua.
What region is El Crucero in?
El Crucero is located in Managua Department, Nicaragua.
Is El Crucero the capital of Nicaragua?
No, the capital of Nicaragua is Managua, about 17 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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