San Francisco El Alto Population 2026
San Francisco El Alto has a population of 57,894, making it the #37 biggest city in 🇬🇹 Guatemala, located in Totonicapán. Roughly 0.3% of Guatemala's population lives here. It is about 17× smaller than Guatemala City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
57,894
Rank in Guatemala
#37
Coordinates
14.94°N, 91.44°W
~2,642 m elevation · America/Guatemala
Distance to capital (Guatemala City)
106 km
66 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Totonicapán
| City | Population | Rank in Guatemala |
|---|---|---|
| Totonicapán | 103,952 | #17 |
| Momostenango | 31,739 | #58 |
| San Andrés Xecul | 15,074 | #102 |
Cities near San Francisco El Alto
- San Andrés Xecul15,074 people · ~6 km away
- Salcajá19,434 people · ~7 km away
- Totonicapán103,952 people · ~10 km away
- Momostenango31,739 people · ~12 km away
- Quetzaltenango180,706 people · ~14 km away
- Cantel42,142 people · ~15 km away
FAQ
What is the population of San Francisco El Alto?
San Francisco El Alto has a population of 57,894 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #37 biggest city in Guatemala.
What region is San Francisco El Alto in?
San Francisco El Alto is located in Totonicapán, Guatemala.
Is San Francisco El Alto the capital of Guatemala?
No, the capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City, about 106 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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