Somotillo Population 2026
Somotillo has a population of 15,385, making it the #37 biggest city in 🇳🇮 Nicaragua, located in Chinandega Department. Roughly 0.2% of Nicaragua's population lives here. It is about 63× smaller than Managua, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,385
Rank in Nicaragua
#37
Coordinates
13.04°N, 86.91°W
~50 m elevation · America/Managua
Distance to capital (Managua)
124 km
77 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Chinandega Department
| City | Population | Rank in Nicaragua |
|---|---|---|
| Chinandega | 126,387 | #4 |
| El Viejo | 53,504 | #10 |
| Chichigalpa | 33,137 | #19 |
| Corinto | 19,183 | #32 |
Cities near Somotillo
- El Viejo53,504 people · ~51 km away
- Chinandega126,387 people · ~52 km away
- Chichigalpa33,137 people · ~54 km away
- Estelí96,422 people · ~60 km away
- Somoto20,316 people · ~60 km away
- León144,538 people · ~68 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Somotillo?
Somotillo has a population of 15,385 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #37 biggest city in Nicaragua.
What region is Somotillo in?
Somotillo is located in Chinandega Department, Nicaragua.
Is Somotillo the capital of Nicaragua?
No, the capital of Nicaragua is Managua, about 124 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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