Maldonado Population 2026
Maldonado has a population of 102,000, making it the #3 biggest city in 🇺🇾 Uruguay, located in Maldonado. Roughly 3.0% of Uruguay's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Montevideo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
102,000
Rank in Uruguay
#3
Coordinates
34.90°S, 54.95°W
~41 m elevation · America/Montevideo
Distance to capital (Montevideo)
113 km
70 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Maldonado
| City | Population | Rank in Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
| San Carlos | 27,471 | #17 |
Cities near Maldonado
- San Carlos27,471 people · ~12 km away
- Minas38,645 people · ~64 km away
- Rocha26,784 people · ~73 km away
- Pando24,047 people · ~94 km away
- Barros Blancos31,650 people · ~97 km away
- Paso de Carrasco15,393 people · ~101 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Maldonado?
Maldonado has a population of 102,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3 biggest city in Uruguay.
What region is Maldonado in?
Maldonado is located in Maldonado, Uruguay.
Is Maldonado the capital of Uruguay?
No, the capital of Uruguay is Montevideo, about 113 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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