San José de Mayo Population 2026
San José de Mayo has a population of 35,883, making it the #14 biggest city in 🇺🇾 Uruguay, located in San José Department. Roughly 1.1% of Uruguay's population lives here. It is about 35× smaller than Montevideo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
35,883
Rank in Uruguay
#14
Coordinates
34.34°S, 56.71°W
~53 m elevation · America/Montevideo
Distance to capital (Montevideo)
79 km
49 miles, straight line
Other big cities in San José Department
| City | Population | Rank in Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
| Delta del Tigre | 17,973 | #26 |
Cities near San José de Mayo
- Santa Lucía16,438 people · ~32 km away
- Canelones24,185 people · ~45 km away
- Florida36,471 people · ~53 km away
- Delta del Tigre17,973 people · ~57 km away
- Progreso16,244 people · ~58 km away
- Las Piedras69,682 people · ~63 km away
FAQ
What is the population of San José de Mayo?
San José de Mayo has a population of 35,883 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #14 biggest city in Uruguay.
What region is San José de Mayo in?
San José de Mayo is located in San José Department, Uruguay.
Is San José de Mayo the capital of Uruguay?
No, the capital of Uruguay is Montevideo, about 79 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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