| 2005 | 2005 | |
|---|---|---|
| Managua | 163 720 | 163 720 |
| Matagalpa | 95 771 | 95 771 |
| Jinotega | 78 232 | 78 232 |
| Chinandega | 72 894 | 72 894 |
| Atlántico Norte | 66 537 | 66 537 |
| Atlántico Sur | 62 972 | 62 972 |
| León | 61 934 | 61 934 |
| Masaya | 48 779 | 48 779 |
| Nueva Segovia | 46 432 | 46 432 |
| Estelí | 36 526 | 36 526 |
| Rivas | 30 045 | 30 045 |
| Boaco | 30 002 | 30 002 |
| Madriz | 29 337 | 29 337 |
| Granada | 29 193 | 29 193 |
| Chontales | 27 956 | 27 956 |
| Carazo | 26 810 | 26 810 |
| Río San Juan | 22 084 | 22 084 |