San Salvador Population 2026 capital
San Salvador has a population of 525,990, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇸🇻 El Salvador, located in San Salvador Department. Roughly 8.2% of El Salvador's population lives here. San Salvador is the capital of El Salvador.
Population (city proper)
525,990
Rank in El Salvador
#1
Coordinates
13.69°N, 89.19°W
~653 m elevation · America/El_Salvador
Other big cities in San Salvador Department
| City | Population | Rank in El Salvador |
|---|---|---|
| Soyapango | 329,708 | #2 |
| Mejicanos | 160,317 | #5 |
| Apopa | 112,158 | #7 |
| Delgado | 71,594 | #8 |
| San Marcos | 54,615 | #10 |
| Cuscatancingo | 44,369 | #13 |
| Ilopango | 38,890 | #17 |
| Ayutuxtepeque | 25,426 | #23 |
Cities near San Salvador
- San Marcos54,615 people · ~3 km away
- Mejicanos160,317 people · ~4 km away
- Delgado71,594 people · ~4 km away
- Cuscatancingo44,369 people · ~4 km away
- Ayutuxtepeque25,426 people · ~5 km away
- Soyapango329,708 people · ~6 km away
FAQ
What is the population of San Salvador?
San Salvador has a population of 525,990 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in El Salvador.
What region is San Salvador in?
San Salvador is located in San Salvador Department, El Salvador.
Is San Salvador the capital of El Salvador?
Yes, San Salvador is the capital of El Salvador.
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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