Formosa Population 2026
Formosa has a population of 222,226, making it the #19 biggest city in 🇦🇷 Argentina, located in Formosa. Roughly 0.5% of Argentina's population lives here. It is about 13× smaller than Buenos Aires, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
222,226
Rank in Argentina
#19
Coordinates
26.18°S, 58.17°W
~67 m elevation · America/Argentina/Cordoba
Distance to capital (Buenos Aires)
937 km
582 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Formosa
| City | Population | Rank in Argentina |
|---|---|---|
| Pirané | 19,124 | #214 |
Cities near Formosa
- Pirané19,124 people · ~106 km away
- General José de San Martín31,758 people · ~123 km away
- San Luis del Palmar15,347 people · ~152 km away
- Corrientes346,334 people · ~157 km away
- Fontana26,745 people · ~162 km away
- Barranqueras50,823 people · ~163 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Formosa?
Formosa has a population of 222,226 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #19 biggest city in Argentina.
What region is Formosa in?
Formosa is located in Formosa, Argentina.
Is Formosa the capital of Argentina?
No, the capital of Argentina is Buenos Aires, about 937 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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