Fray Bentos Population 2026
Fray Bentos has a population of 26,297, making it the #19 biggest city in 🇺🇾 Uruguay, located in Río Negro Department. Roughly 0.8% of Uruguay's population lives here. It is about 48× smaller than Montevideo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,297
Rank in Uruguay
#19
Coordinates
33.12°S, 58.31°W
~17 m elevation · America/Montevideo
Distance to capital (Montevideo)
279 km
173 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Río Negro Department
| City | Population | Rank in Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
| Young | 16,756 | #28 |
Cities near Fray Bentos
FAQ
What is the population of Fray Bentos?
Fray Bentos has a population of 26,297 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #19 biggest city in Uruguay.
What region is Fray Bentos in?
Fray Bentos is located in Río Negro Department, Uruguay.
Is Fray Bentos the capital of Uruguay?
No, the capital of Uruguay is Montevideo, about 279 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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