Siuna Population 2026
Siuna has a population of 16,056, making it the #36 biggest city in 🇳🇮 Nicaragua, located in North Caribbean Coast. Roughly 0.2% of Nicaragua's population lives here. It is about 61× smaller than Managua, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,056
Rank in Nicaragua
#36
Coordinates
13.73°N, 84.78°W
~193 m elevation · America/Managua
Distance to capital (Managua)
239 km
148 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Caribbean Coast
| City | Population | Rank in Nicaragua |
|---|---|---|
| Puerto Cabezas | 33,635 | #18 |
Cities near Siuna
- Río Blanco17,018 people · ~101 km away
- Jalapa24,037 people · ~147 km away
- Jinotega55,000 people · ~151 km away
- Matagalpa109,089 people · ~153 km away
- Puerto Cabezas33,635 people · ~154 km away
- Boaco29,046 people · ~170 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Siuna?
Siuna has a population of 16,056 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #36 biggest city in Nicaragua.
What region is Siuna in?
Siuna is located in North Caribbean Coast, Nicaragua.
Is Siuna the capital of Nicaragua?
No, the capital of Nicaragua is Managua, about 239 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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