San Salvador de Jujuy Population 2026
San Salvador de Jujuy has a population of 257,970, making it the #14 biggest city in 🇦🇷 Argentina, located in Jujuy. Roughly 0.6% of Argentina's population lives here. It is about 11× smaller than Buenos Aires, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
257,970
Rank in Argentina
#14
Coordinates
24.19°S, 65.29°W
~1,217 m elevation · America/Argentina/Jujuy
Distance to capital (Buenos Aires)
1,337 km
830 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Jujuy
| City | Population | Rank in Argentina |
|---|---|---|
| San Pedro de Jujuy | 58,430 | #77 |
| Libertador General San Martín | 49,267 | #92 |
| Palpalá | 48,199 | #95 |
Cities near San Salvador de Jujuy
- Palpalá48,199 people · ~11 km away
- San Pedro de Jujuy58,430 people · ~44 km away
- Libertador General San Martín49,267 people · ~66 km away
- Salta520,683 people · ~69 km away
- San Ramón de la Nueva Orán74,059 people · ~153 km away
- Joaquín V. González19,185 people · ~156 km away
FAQ
What is the population of San Salvador de Jujuy?
San Salvador de Jujuy has a population of 257,970 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #14 biggest city in Argentina.
What region is San Salvador de Jujuy in?
San Salvador de Jujuy is located in Jujuy, Argentina.
Is San Salvador de Jujuy the capital of Argentina?
No, the capital of Argentina is Buenos Aires, about 1,337 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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