Delta del Tigre Population 2026
Delta del Tigre has a population of 17,973, making it the #26 biggest city in 🇺🇾 Uruguay, located in San José Department. Roughly 0.5% of Uruguay's population lives here. It is about 71× smaller than Montevideo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,973
Rank in Uruguay
#26
Coordinates
34.76°S, 56.36°W
~5 m elevation · America/Montevideo
Distance to capital (Montevideo)
22 km
14 miles, straight line
Other big cities in San José Department
| City | Population | Rank in Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
| San José de Mayo | 35,883 | #14 |
Cities near Delta del Tigre
- La Paz19,913 people · ~13 km away
- Las Piedras69,682 people · ~14 km away
- Progreso16,244 people · ~17 km away
- Montevideo1,270,737 people · ~22 km away
- Canelones24,185 people · ~28 km away
- Paso de Carrasco15,393 people · ~30 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Delta del Tigre?
Delta del Tigre has a population of 17,973 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #26 biggest city in Uruguay.
What region is Delta del Tigre in?
Delta del Tigre is located in San José Department, Uruguay.
Is Delta del Tigre the capital of Uruguay?
No, the capital of Uruguay is Montevideo, about 22 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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