| 2005 | 2005 | |
|---|---|---|
| Managua | 49 685 | 49 685 |
| Matagalpa | 14 822 | 14 822 |
| León | 14 118 | 14 118 |
| Chinandega | 13 922 | 13 922 |
| Masaya | 10 073 | 10 073 |
| Jinotega | 9 238 | 9 238 |
| Atlántico Sur | 8 199 | 8 199 |
| Estelí | 7 896 | 7 896 |
| Nueva Segovia | 7 162 | 7 162 |
| Atlántico Norte | 6 432 | 6 432 |
| Carazo | 6 324 | 6 324 |
| Rivas | 5 971 | 5 971 |
| Granada | 5 710 | 5 710 |
| Chontales | 5 619 | 5 619 |
| Boaco | 4 655 | 4 655 |
| Madriz | 4 154 | 4 154 |
| Río San Juan | 2 726 | 2 726 |