| 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 |