San Rafael Population 2026
San Rafael has a population of 118,009, making it the #31 biggest city in 🇦🇷 Argentina, located in Mendoza. Roughly 0.3% of Argentina's population lives here. It is about 24× smaller than Buenos Aires, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
118,009
Rank in Argentina
#31
Coordinates
34.62°S, 68.33°W
~690 m elevation · America/Argentina/Mendoza
Distance to capital (Buenos Aires)
911 km
566 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mendoza
| City | Population | Rank in Argentina |
|---|---|---|
| Mendoza | 114,893 | #34 |
| San Martín | 82,549 | #55 |
Cities near San Rafael
- San Martín82,549 people · ~171 km away
- Mendoza114,893 people · ~198 km away
- San Luis169,947 people · ~237 km away
- Villa Mercedes96,781 people · ~284 km away
- Pocito40,969 people · ~327 km away
- Caucete33,609 people · ~330 km away
FAQ
What is the population of San Rafael?
San Rafael has a population of 118,009 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #31 biggest city in Argentina.
What region is San Rafael in?
San Rafael is located in Mendoza, Argentina.
Is San Rafael the capital of Argentina?
No, the capital of Argentina is Buenos Aires, about 911 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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