Major Cities in Nicaragua map & data
There are 16 major cities mapped in Nicaragua, spread over 16 regions. The most are in Rio San Juan (1), Boaco (1) and Chontales (1). 100% of them carry a name. Well-known examples include Managua, San Carlos and Boaco.
Major Cities by region
| Region | Locations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Rio San Juan | 1 | 6.3% |
| Boaco | 1 | 6.3% |
| Chontales | 1 | 6.3% |
| Managua | 1 | 6.3% |
| Leon | 1 | 6.3% |
| Chinandega | 1 | 6.3% |
| Madriz | 1 | 6.3% |
| Estelí | 1 | 6.3% |
| Nueva Segovia | 1 | 6.3% |
| Matagalpa (Departemento) | 1 | 6.3% |
| South Atlantic Autonomous Region | 1 | 6.3% |
| Jinotega (Departamento) | 1 | 6.3% |
| Carazo | 1 | 6.3% |
| Granada | 1 | 6.3% |
| Masaya | 1 | 6.3% |
| Rivas | 1 | 6.3% |
Notable major cities in Nicaragua
- ManaguaManagua · pop. 1192000
- San CarlosRio San Juan
- BoacoBoaco
- JuigalpaChontales
- LeonLeon
- ChinandegaChinandega
- SomotoMadriz
- EsteliEstelí
- OcotalNueva Segovia
- MatagalpaMatagalpa (Departemento)
- BluefieldsSouth Atlantic Autonomous Region
- JinotegaJinotega (Departamento)
- JinotepeCarazo
- GranadaGranada
- MasayaMasaya
- RivasRivas
What's in this layer
Every major city in the layer comes with its name, English name, population (where known), the region it is in, latitude and longitude. Capitals and major cities with population figures.
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Frequently asked questions
How many major cities are there in Nicaragua?
This layer holds 16 major cities in Nicaragua, the most of them in Rio San Juan. The data is refreshed every 6 months; this release is from November 2026.
Can I download a list of major cities in Nicaragua?
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What information comes with each major city?
The name, English name, population (where known), the region it is in, latitude and longitude.
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