Rawson Population 2026
Rawson has a population of 26,335, making it the #168 biggest city in 🇦🇷 Argentina, located in Chubut. Roughly 0.1% of Argentina's population lives here. It is about 110× smaller than Buenos Aires, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,335
Rank in Argentina
#168
Coordinates
43.30°S, 65.11°W
~3 m elevation · America/Argentina/Catamarca
Distance to capital (Buenos Aires)
1,127 km
700 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Chubut
| City | Population | Rank in Argentina |
|---|---|---|
| Comodoro Rivadavia | 140,850 | #29 |
| Trelew | 97,915 | #42 |
| Puerto Madryn | 64,555 | #70 |
| Esquel | 28,486 | #151 |
Cities near Rawson
- Trelew97,915 people · ~17 km away
- Puerto Madryn64,555 people · ~59 km away
- San Antonio Oeste16,966 people · ~286 km away
- Viedma48,940 people · ~326 km away
- Carmen de Patagones20,533 people · ~328 km away
- Comodoro Rivadavia140,850 people · ~342 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Rawson?
Rawson has a population of 26,335 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #168 biggest city in Argentina.
What region is Rawson in?
Rawson is located in Chubut, Argentina.
Is Rawson the capital of Argentina?
No, the capital of Argentina is Buenos Aires, about 1,127 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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