Tipitapa Population 2026
Tipitapa has a population of 50,000, making it the #12 biggest city in 🇳🇮 Nicaragua, located in Managua Department. Roughly 0.7% of Nicaragua's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than Managua, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
50,000
Rank in Nicaragua
#12
Coordinates
12.20°N, 86.10°W
~54 m elevation · America/Managua
Distance to capital (Managua)
18 km
11 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Managua Department
| City | Population | Rank in Nicaragua |
|---|---|---|
| Managua | 973,087 | #1 |
| Mateare | 61,234 | #8 |
| Ciudad Sandino | 50,000 | #14 |
| San Rafael del Sur | 29,836 | #21 |
| El Crucero | 16,469 | #35 |
Cities near Tipitapa
- Managua973,087 people · ~18 km away
- Masaya130,113 people · ~25 km away
- Ciudad Sandino50,000 people · ~27 km away
- Masatepe21,452 people · ~32 km away
- El Crucero16,469 people · ~33 km away
- Granada89,409 people · ~34 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tipitapa?
Tipitapa has a population of 50,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #12 biggest city in Nicaragua.
What region is Tipitapa in?
Tipitapa is located in Managua Department, Nicaragua.
Is Tipitapa the capital of Nicaragua?
No, the capital of Nicaragua is Managua, about 18 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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