| 2005 | 2005 | |
|---|---|---|
| Matagalpa | 20 457 | 20 457 |
| Jinotega | 12 876 | 12 876 |
| Chinandega | 11 605 | 11 605 |
| Atlántico Sur | 11 445 | 11 445 |
| Nueva Segovia | 10 011 | 10 011 |
| Chontales | 9 243 | 9 243 |
| León | 8 160 | 8 160 |
| Boaco | 7 867 | 7 867 |
| Rivas | 6 230 | 6 230 |
| Madriz | 5 574 | 5 574 |
| Masaya | 5 441 | 5 441 |
| Managua | 5 406 | 5 406 |
| Atlántico Norte | 5 041 | 5 041 |
| Estelí | 4 753 | 4 753 |
| Granada | 4 321 | 4 321 |
| Carazo | 3 634 | 3 634 |
| Río San Juan | 3 439 | 3 439 |