Santa Lucía Population 2026
Santa Lucía has a population of 43,565, making it the #107 biggest city in 🇦🇷 Argentina, located in San Juan. Roughly 0.1% of Argentina's population lives here. It is about 66× smaller than Buenos Aires, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
43,565
Rank in Argentina
#107
Coordinates
31.54°S, 68.50°W
~628 m elevation · America/Argentina/San_Juan
Distance to capital (Buenos Aires)
1,002 km
622 miles, straight line
Other big cities in San Juan
| City | Population | Rank in Argentina |
|---|---|---|
| San Juan | 109,123 | #36 |
| Chimbas | 73,829 | #62 |
| Pocito | 40,969 | #115 |
| Caucete | 33,609 | #132 |
| San José de Jáchal | 21,018 | #199 |
| Albardón | 20,413 | #203 |
| Villa Paula de Sarmiento | 19,092 | #216 |
Cities near Santa Lucía
FAQ
What is the population of Santa Lucía?
Santa Lucía has a population of 43,565 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #107 biggest city in Argentina.
What region is Santa Lucía in?
Santa Lucía is located in San Juan, Argentina.
Is Santa Lucía the capital of Argentina?
No, the capital of Argentina is Buenos Aires, about 1,002 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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