Río Gallegos Population 2026
Río Gallegos has a population of 95,796, making it the #45 biggest city in 🇦🇷 Argentina, located in Santa Cruz. Roughly 0.2% of Argentina's population lives here. It is about 30× smaller than Buenos Aires, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
95,796
Rank in Argentina
#45
Coordinates
51.63°S, 69.25°W
~1 m elevation · America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos
Distance to capital (Buenos Aires)
2,082 km
1,293 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Santa Cruz
| City | Population | Rank in Argentina |
|---|---|---|
| Caleta Olivia | 56,310 | #83 |
| Pico Truncado | 25,194 | #172 |
| Las Heras | 24,728 | #180 |
| El Calafate | 22,844 | #194 |
| Puerto Deseado | 16,747 | #234 |
Cities near Río Gallegos
- El Calafate22,844 people · ~255 km away
- Río Grande52,681 people · ~262 km away
- Ushuaia56,825 people · ~360 km away
- Puerto Deseado16,747 people · ~494 km away
- Pico Truncado25,194 people · ~545 km away
- Las Heras24,728 people · ~566 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Río Gallegos?
Río Gallegos has a population of 95,796 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #45 biggest city in Argentina.
What region is Río Gallegos in?
Río Gallegos is located in Santa Cruz, Argentina.
Is Río Gallegos the capital of Argentina?
No, the capital of Argentina is Buenos Aires, about 2,082 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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