Salto Population 2026
Salto has a population of 40,157, making it the #117 biggest city in 🇦🇷 Argentina, located in Buenos Aires. Roughly 0.1% of Argentina's population lives here. It is about 72× smaller than Buenos Aires, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
40,157
Rank in Argentina
#117
Coordinates
34.29°S, 60.25°W
~31 m elevation · America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires
Distance to capital (Buenos Aires)
176 km
109 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Buenos Aires
| City | Population | Rank in Argentina |
|---|---|---|
| Mar del Plata | 593,337 | #4 |
| Bahía Blanca | 299,101 | #10 |
| Merlo | 268,961 | #12 |
| Quilmes | 262,379 | #13 |
| José C. Paz | 230,208 | #18 |
| La Plata | 195,443 | #20 |
| Berazategui | 180,523 | #21 |
| San Miguel | 168,762 | #24 |
Cities near Salto
FAQ
What is the population of Salto?
Salto has a population of 40,157 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #117 biggest city in Argentina.
What region is Salto in?
Salto is located in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Is Salto the capital of Argentina?
No, the capital of Argentina is Buenos Aires, about 176 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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