| 2005 | 2005 | |
|---|---|---|
| Matagalpa | 65 398 | 65 398 |
| Jinotega | 54 484 | 54 484 |
| Atlántico Sur | 52 824 | 52 824 |
| Atlántico Norte | 51 144 | 51 144 |
| Managua | 46 156 | 46 156 |
| Chinandega | 34 317 | 34 317 |
| León | 29 343 | 29 343 |
| Nueva Segovia | 28 524 | 28 524 |
| Boaco | 22 645 | 22 645 |
| Chontales | 20 122 | 20 122 |
| Masaya | 19 201 | 19 201 |
| Estelí | 18 588 | 18 588 |
| Madriz | 17 500 | 17 500 |
| Río San Juan | 16 566 | 16 566 |
| Rivas | 12 462 | 12 462 |
| Granada | 12 446 | 12 446 |
| Carazo | 11 981 | 11 981 |