| 2010 | 2011 | |
|---|---|---|
| Managua | 30 547 | 32 037 |
| Matagalpa | 13 027 | 16 358 |
| Atlántico Norte | 11 543 | 11 237 |
| Jinotega | 10 297 | 10 876 |
| Chinandega | 8 984 | 9 884 |
| Chontales | 3 640 | 8 274 |
| León | 6 851 | 7 876 |
| Masaya | 6 500 | 7 078 |
| Atlántico Sur | 10 843 | 5 881 |
| Nueva Segovia | 5 153 | 5 290 |
| Estelí | 4 305 | 4 749 |
| Granada | 3 940 | 4 175 |
| Carazo | 3 656 | 3 881 |
| Boaco | 3 623 | 3 875 |
| Rivas | 3 425 | 3 482 |
| Madriz | 3 079 | 3 285 |
| Río San Juan | 2 752 | 2 719 |