Neuquén Population 2026
Neuquén has a population of 231,198, making it the #17 biggest city in 🇦🇷 Argentina, located in Neuquen. 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)
231,198
Rank in Argentina
#17
Coordinates
38.95°S, 68.06°W
~281 m elevation · America/Argentina/Salta
Distance to capital (Buenos Aires)
987 km
613 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Neuquen
| City | Population | Rank in Argentina |
|---|---|---|
| Cutral-Có | 47,380 | #99 |
| Zapala | 31,534 | #142 |
| Centenario | 28,956 | #148 |
| Plottier | 25,186 | #174 |
| San Martín de los Andes | 23,519 | #190 |
Cities near Neuquén
- Cipolletti95,524 people · ~6 km away
- Cinco Saltos19,819 people · ~14 km away
- Centenario28,956 people · ~15 km away
- Plottier25,186 people · ~15 km away
- Allen26,083 people · ~20 km away
- General Roca73,212 people · ~42 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Neuquén?
Neuquén has a population of 231,198 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #17 biggest city in Argentina.
What region is Neuquén in?
Neuquén is located in Neuquen, Argentina.
Is Neuquén the capital of Argentina?
No, the capital of Argentina is Buenos Aires, about 987 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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