Santiago Sacatepéquez Population 2026
Santiago Sacatepéquez has a population of 29,238, making it the #60 biggest city in 🇬🇹 Guatemala, located in Sacatepéquez. Roughly 0.2% of Guatemala's population lives here. It is about 34× smaller than Guatemala City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,238
Rank in Guatemala
#60
Coordinates
14.64°N, 90.68°W
~2,033 m elevation · America/Guatemala
Distance to capital (Guatemala City)
18 km
11 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sacatepéquez
| City | Population | Rank in Guatemala |
|---|---|---|
| Antigua Guatemala | 46,054 | #44 |
| Ciudad Vieja | 33,405 | #55 |
| Sumpango | 28,488 | #63 |
| Alotenango | 23,986 | #71 |
| Santa María de Jesús | 21,795 | #75 |
| San Lucas Sacatepéquez | 20,723 | #77 |
| Jocotenango | 17,918 | #91 |
Cities near Santiago Sacatepéquez
- San Lucas Sacatepéquez20,723 people · ~3 km away
- Sumpango28,488 people · ~6 km away
- Mixco465,773 people · ~7 km away
- Jocotenango17,918 people · ~9 km away
- San Juan Sacatepéquez136,886 people · ~10 km away
- Antigua Guatemala46,054 people · ~11 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Santiago Sacatepéquez?
Santiago Sacatepéquez has a population of 29,238 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #60 biggest city in Guatemala.
What region is Santiago Sacatepéquez in?
Santiago Sacatepéquez is located in Sacatepéquez, Guatemala.
Is Santiago Sacatepéquez the capital of Guatemala?
No, the capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City, about 18 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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