Masatepe Population 2026
Masatepe has a population of 21,452, making it the #28 biggest city in 🇳🇮 Nicaragua, located in Masaya Department. Roughly 0.3% of Nicaragua's population lives here. It is about 45× smaller than Managua, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,452
Rank in Nicaragua
#28
Coordinates
11.91°N, 86.14°W
~456 m elevation · America/Managua
Distance to capital (Managua)
27 km
17 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Masaya Department
| City | Population | Rank in Nicaragua |
|---|---|---|
| Masaya | 130,113 | #3 |
Cities near Masatepe
- San Marcos23,347 people · ~6 km away
- Masaya130,113 people · ~8 km away
- Jinotepe29,507 people · ~9 km away
- Diriamba35,008 people · ~12 km away
- El Crucero16,469 people · ~20 km away
- Nandaime20,810 people · ~20 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Masatepe?
Masatepe has a population of 21,452 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #28 biggest city in Nicaragua.
What region is Masatepe in?
Masatepe is located in Masaya Department, Nicaragua.
Is Masatepe the capital of Nicaragua?
No, the capital of Nicaragua is Managua, about 27 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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