San Carlos de Bariloche Population 2026
San Carlos de Bariloche has a population of 95,394, making it the #47 biggest city in 🇦🇷 Argentina, located in Rio Negro. 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)
95,394
Rank in Argentina
#47
Coordinates
41.15°S, 71.31°W
~839 m elevation · America/Argentina/Salta
Distance to capital (Buenos Aires)
1,345 km
835 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Rio Negro
| City | Population | Rank in Argentina |
|---|---|---|
| Cipolletti | 95,524 | #46 |
| General Roca | 73,212 | #64 |
| Viedma | 48,940 | #93 |
| Villa Regina | 31,209 | #143 |
| Allen | 26,083 | #170 |
| El Bolsón | 21,287 | #198 |
| Cinco Saltos | 19,819 | #207 |
| San Antonio Oeste | 16,966 | #230 |
Cities near San Carlos de Bariloche
FAQ
What is the population of San Carlos de Bariloche?
San Carlos de Bariloche has a population of 95,394 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #47 biggest city in Argentina.
What region is San Carlos de Bariloche in?
San Carlos de Bariloche is located in Rio Negro, Argentina.
Is San Carlos de Bariloche the capital of Argentina?
No, the capital of Argentina is Buenos Aires, about 1,345 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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