Colonia del Sacramento Population 2026
Colonia del Sacramento has a population of 32,164, making it the #15 biggest city in 🇺🇾 Uruguay, located in Colonia. Roughly 1.0% of Uruguay's population lives here. It is about 40× smaller than Montevideo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
32,164
Rank in Uruguay
#15
Coordinates
34.46°S, 57.84°W
~30 m elevation · America/Montevideo
Distance to capital (Montevideo)
159 km
99 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Colonia
| City | Population | Rank in Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
| Carmelo | 18,041 | #25 |
Cities near Colonia del Sacramento
- Carmelo18,041 people · ~66 km away
- San José de Mayo35,883 people · ~104 km away
- Dolores17,174 people · ~109 km away
- Santa Lucía16,438 people · ~133 km away
- Mercedes43,543 people · ~136 km away
- Trinidad22,897 people · ~136 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Colonia del Sacramento?
Colonia del Sacramento has a population of 32,164 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #15 biggest city in Uruguay.
What region is Colonia del Sacramento in?
Colonia del Sacramento is located in Colonia, Uruguay.
Is Colonia del Sacramento the capital of Uruguay?
No, the capital of Uruguay is Montevideo, about 159 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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