Trelew Population 2026
Trelew has a population of 97,915, making it the #42 biggest city in 🇦🇷 Argentina, located in Chubut. 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)
97,915
Rank in Argentina
#42
Coordinates
43.25°S, 65.31°W
~14 m elevation · America/Argentina/Catamarca
Distance to capital (Buenos Aires)
1,131 km
702 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Chubut
| City | Population | Rank in Argentina |
|---|---|---|
| Comodoro Rivadavia | 140,850 | #29 |
| Puerto Madryn | 64,555 | #70 |
| Esquel | 28,486 | #151 |
| Rawson | 26,335 | #168 |
Cities near Trelew
- Rawson26,335 people · ~17 km away
- Puerto Madryn64,555 people · ~58 km away
- San Antonio Oeste16,966 people · ~281 km away
- Viedma48,940 people · ~331 km away
- Carmen de Patagones20,533 people · ~333 km away
- Comodoro Rivadavia140,850 people · ~338 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Trelew?
Trelew has a population of 97,915 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #42 biggest city in Argentina.
What region is Trelew in?
Trelew is located in Chubut, Argentina.
Is Trelew the capital of Argentina?
No, the capital of Argentina is Buenos Aires, about 1,131 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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