Las Piedras Population 2026
Las Piedras has a population of 69,682, making it the #6 biggest city in 🇺🇾 Uruguay, located in Canelones. Roughly 2.1% of Uruguay's population lives here. It is about 18× smaller than Montevideo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
69,682
Rank in Uruguay
#6
Coordinates
34.73°S, 56.22°W
~72 m elevation · America/Montevideo
Distance to capital (Montevideo)
19 km
12 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Canelones
| City | Population | Rank in Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
| Barros Blancos | 31,650 | #16 |
| Canelones | 24,185 | #21 |
| Pando | 24,047 | #22 |
| La Paz | 19,913 | #24 |
| Santa Lucía | 16,438 | #29 |
| Progreso | 16,244 | #30 |
| Paso de Carrasco | 15,393 | #31 |
Cities near Las Piedras
- La Paz19,913 people · ~3 km away
- Progreso16,244 people · ~7 km away
- Delta del Tigre17,973 people · ~14 km away
- Montevideo1,270,737 people · ~19 km away
- Barros Blancos31,650 people · ~20 km away
- Paso de Carrasco15,393 people · ~21 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Las Piedras?
Las Piedras has a population of 69,682 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #6 biggest city in Uruguay.
What region is Las Piedras in?
Las Piedras is located in Canelones, Uruguay.
Is Las Piedras the capital of Uruguay?
No, the capital of Uruguay is Montevideo, about 19 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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