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Population

18,687,881 people (2025)

Total GDP

$128.9B (2026)

GDP Per capita

$6,700 (2025)

Human Development Index (HDI)

0.662 (137.)

About Guatemala

Guatemala has largest Maya population in world with ancient Tikal pyramids and cultural heritage. The country has 33 volcanoes and diverse geography from highlands to coast. Guatemalan culture emphasizes indigenous traditions, colorful textiles, and ancient wisdom.

The nation has tropical and temperate climate zones with volcanic activity. Guatemala has presidential republic with indigenous representation challenges. The country has coffee exports, textiles, and tourism economies.

Guatemala City is capital while Antigua showcases colonial architecture perfectly. Guatemala has UNESCO World Heritage Sites and archaeological treasures. The country has Spanish as official language with 21 Maya languages recognized.

Traditional Guatemalan culture includes Maya ceremonies, weaving traditions, and vibrant markets. The nation has Catholic majority with Maya spiritual practices syncretism. Guatemalan cuisine features corn, beans, and indigenous ingredients with ancient recipes.

The population is 18 million with Maya majority and cultural authenticity. Guatemala offers Maya heritage, volcanic landscapes, and Central American authenticity in ancient civilization center.

Geographic Distribution

Economic Indicators

GDP Historical Performance
$121.2B
$110.2B
$99.2B
$88.2B
$77.2B
$77.2B
$77.7B
$86.5B
$95.6B
$104.4B
$112.6B
$121.2B
2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025

Demographic Distribution

Age Groups Distribution
15.8%
0-14
15.3%
10.2%
15-24
10.0%
15.2%
25-44
15.3%
6.2%
45-64
7.1%
2.2%
65+
2.7%
Male
Female
%49.6 (9.269.231)
%50.4 (9.418.650)

Population Data by Years

Year Total Population Annual Change Density People/KM2
2100 25.912.091 -0.34% 241.8
2090 26.695.105 -0.23% 249.1
2080 27.127.637 -0.06% 253.2
2070 26.991.954 +0.19% 251.9
2060 26.157.020 +0.46% 244.1
2050 24.670.857 +0.73% 230.2
2040 22.626.870 +1.05% 211.2
2030 20.067.253 +1.37% 187.3
2025 NOW 18.687.881 +1.53% 174.4
2020 17.357.325 +1.48% 162
2015 15.971.743 +1.85% 149
2010 14.500.112 +2% 135.3
2005 13.087.629 +2.19% 122.1
2000 11.697.592 +2.4% 109.2
1995 10.312.996 +2.68% 96.2
1990 9.024.773 +2.84% 84.2
1985 7.849.693 +2.87% 73.3
1980 6.900.212 +2.56% 64.4
1975 6.128.731 +2.47% 57.2
1970 5.396.966 +2.66% 50.4
1965 4.704.965 +2.93% 43.9
1960 4.063.655 +2.97% 37.9
1955 3.533.307 +2.74% 33
1950 3.097.198 - 28.9

Latest Statistics

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The United States led turkey meat food supply in 2023 with 2.31 million tonnes, while Israel ranked first per person.

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Quince food supply by country in 2023. Türkiye led total volume, Azerbaijan first per person.

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Other citrus fruit food supply by country in 2023. China ranked first by total supply, while Nigeria led per person.

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Green bean food supply across 166 countries in tonnes and grams per person per day. China led both total and per-person...

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Largest Cities

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Geographic Regions

Alta Verapaz
1.215.038
Baja Verapaz
299.476
Chimaltenango
615.776
Chiquimula
415.063
El Progreso
176.632
Escuintla
733.181
Guatemala
3.015.081
Huehuetenango
1.170.061
Izabal
408.688
Jalapa
342.923
Jutiapa
488.395
Petén
545.600
Quetzaltenango
799.101
Quiché
949.261
Retalhuleu
326.828
Sacatepéquez
330.469
San Marcos
1.032.277
Santa Rosa
396.607
Sololá
421.583
Suchitepéquez
554.695
Totonicapán
476.369
Zacapa
245.374

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Data Sources

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