La Paz Centro Population 2026
La Paz Centro has a population of 23,481, making it the #26 biggest city in 🇳🇮 Nicaragua, located in León Department. Roughly 0.3% of Nicaragua's population lives here. It is about 41× smaller than Managua, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,481
Rank in Nicaragua
#26
Coordinates
12.34°N, 86.68°W
~73 m elevation · America/Managua
Distance to capital (Managua)
52 km
32 miles, straight line
Other big cities in León Department
Cities near La Paz Centro
- Nagarote26,270 people · ~15 km away
- León144,538 people · ~24 km away
- Mateare61,234 people · ~29 km away
- Ciudad Sandino50,000 people · ~41 km away
- Chichigalpa33,137 people · ~46 km away
- Managua973,087 people · ~52 km away
FAQ
What is the population of La Paz Centro?
La Paz Centro has a population of 23,481 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #26 biggest city in Nicaragua.
What region is La Paz Centro in?
La Paz Centro is located in León Department, Nicaragua.
Is La Paz Centro the capital of Nicaragua?
No, the capital of Nicaragua is Managua, about 52 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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