Zapala Population 2026
Zapala has a population of 31,534, making it the #142 biggest city in 🇦🇷 Argentina, located in Neuquen. Roughly 0.1% of Argentina's population lives here. It is about 92× smaller than Buenos Aires, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
31,534
Rank in Argentina
#142
Coordinates
38.90°S, 70.07°W
~1,019 m elevation · America/Argentina/Salta
Distance to capital (Buenos Aires)
1,144 km
710 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Neuquen
| City | Population | Rank in Argentina |
|---|---|---|
| Neuquén | 231,198 | #17 |
| Cutral-Có | 47,380 | #99 |
| Centenario | 28,956 | #148 |
| Plottier | 25,186 | #174 |
| San Martín de los Andes | 23,519 | #190 |
Cities near Zapala
- Cutral-Có47,380 people · ~72 km away
- Plottier25,186 people · ~159 km away
- Centenario28,956 people · ~168 km away
- Cinco Saltos19,819 people · ~174 km away
- Neuquén231,198 people · ~174 km away
- San Martín de los Andes23,519 people · ~178 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Zapala?
Zapala has a population of 31,534 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #142 biggest city in Argentina.
What region is Zapala in?
Zapala is located in Neuquen, Argentina.
Is Zapala the capital of Argentina?
No, the capital of Argentina is Buenos Aires, about 1,144 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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