| 2005 | 2005 | |
|---|---|---|
| Managua | 450 529 | 450 529 |
| Matagalpa | 146 457 | 146 457 |
| Chinandega | 118 698 | 118 698 |
| León | 114 701 | 114 701 |
| Masaya | 108 707 | 108 707 |
| Jinotega | 97 561 | 97 561 |
| Atlántico Sur | 86 499 | 86 499 |
| Atlántico Norte | 79 176 | 79 176 |
| Estelí | 70 696 | 70 696 |
| Nueva Segovia | 67 713 | 67 713 |
| Carazo | 54 930 | 54 930 |
| Rivas | 54 132 | 54 132 |
| Chontales | 53 430 | 53 430 |
| Granada | 53 137 | 53 137 |
| Boaco | 48 717 | 48 717 |
| Madriz | 41 568 | 41 568 |
| Río San Juan | 28 899 | 28 899 |