Montevideo Population 2026 capital
Montevideo has a population of 1,270,737, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇺🇾 Uruguay, located in Montevideo Department. Roughly 38% of Uruguay's population lives here. Montevideo is the capital of Uruguay.
Population (city proper)
1,270,737
Rank in Uruguay
#1
Coordinates
34.90°S, 56.19°W
~34 m elevation · America/Montevideo
Cities near Montevideo
- Paso de Carrasco15,393 people · ~13 km away
- La Paz19,913 people · ~16 km away
- Las Piedras69,682 people · ~19 km away
- Delta del Tigre17,973 people · ~22 km away
- Barros Blancos31,650 people · ~24 km away
- Progreso16,244 people · ~26 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Montevideo?
Montevideo has a population of 1,270,737 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Uruguay.
What region is Montevideo in?
Montevideo is located in Montevideo Department, Uruguay.
Is Montevideo the capital of Uruguay?
Yes, Montevideo is the capital of Uruguay.
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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