San Lorenzo Population 2026
San Lorenzo has a population of 227,876, making it the #3 biggest city in 🇵🇾 Paraguay, located in Central Department. Roughly 3.2% of Paraguay's population lives here. It is about 6.5× smaller than Asunción, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
227,876
Rank in Paraguay
#3
Coordinates
25.34°S, 57.51°W
~119 m elevation · America/Asuncion
Distance to capital (Asunción)
15 km
9 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Central Department
| City | Population | Rank in Paraguay |
|---|---|---|
| Capiatá | 198,553 | #4 |
| Lambaré | 126,377 | #5 |
| Fernando de la Mora | 120,167 | #6 |
| Limpio | 96,143 | #7 |
| Nemby | 94,641 | #8 |
| Mariano Roque Alonso | 72,008 | #11 |
| Itauguá | 64,997 | #12 |
| Villa Elisa | 64,099 | #13 |
Cities near San Lorenzo
- Fernando de la Mora120,167 people · ~1 km away
- Capiatá198,553 people · ~7 km away
- Nemby94,641 people · ~7 km away
- Villa Elisa64,099 people · ~9 km away
- Lambaré126,377 people · ~10 km away
- San Antonio55,754 people · ~10 km away
FAQ
What is the population of San Lorenzo?
San Lorenzo has a population of 227,876 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3 biggest city in Paraguay.
What region is San Lorenzo in?
San Lorenzo is located in Central Department, Paraguay.
Is San Lorenzo the capital of Paraguay?
No, the capital of Paraguay is Asunción, about 15 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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