Puerto Cabezas Population 2026
Puerto Cabezas has a population of 33,635, making it the #18 biggest city in 🇳🇮 Nicaragua, located in North Caribbean Coast. Roughly 0.5% of Nicaragua's population lives here. It is about 29× smaller than Managua, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
33,635
Rank in Nicaragua
#18
Coordinates
14.04°N, 83.39°W
~8 m elevation · America/Managua
Distance to capital (Managua)
375 km
233 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Caribbean Coast
| City | Population | Rank in Nicaragua |
|---|---|---|
| Siuna | 16,056 | #36 |
Cities near Puerto Cabezas
- Siuna16,056 people · ~154 km away
- Rama20,456 people · ~227 km away
- Bluefields44,373 people · ~229 km away
- Río Blanco17,018 people · ~233 km away
- Nueva Guinea52,929 people · ~286 km away
- Camoapa16,653 people · ~294 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Puerto Cabezas?
Puerto Cabezas has a population of 33,635 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #18 biggest city in Nicaragua.
What region is Puerto Cabezas in?
Puerto Cabezas is located in North Caribbean Coast, Nicaragua.
Is Puerto Cabezas the capital of Nicaragua?
No, the capital of Nicaragua is Managua, about 375 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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