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San Agustín Acasaguastlán, El Progreso: Safety, Cost & Attractions (2026)

Population (2018 census, INE): 45,765

Where is San Agustín Acasaguastlán?

San Agustín Acasaguastlán is located in the department of El Progreso, 67.2 km from Guatemala City and 14.8 km from Guastatoya (department capital) .

Guatemala City
67.2 km
Guastatoya
14.8 km
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Distances are straight-line. Coordinates from OpenStreetMap.

Key Stats

The safety and internet scores and the monthly cost in this section are our own map ratings and estimates, not official figures. For official data, see the sources cited in the page text.

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San Agustín Acasaguastlán is a municipality in El Progreso department with a population of 45,765 in the 2018 census (INE). Key highlights: Gateway to Sierra de las Minas from the south, Archaeological ruins of Guaytán, Major population center in El Progreso. For department-level data, see El Progreso. Check the latest exchange rates and cost of living data.

Municipal Services

The Municipalidad de San Agustín Acasaguastlán handles local government services including boleto de ornato (annual residence tax), IUSI (property tax), construction permits, and municipal business licenses.

For national government services, the El Progreso department capital Guastatoya has the nearest offices for:

  • RENAP – DPI (cedula/national ID), birth certificates, marriage records
  • SAT – NIT (tax ID), fiscal registration, import/export paperwork
  • PNC – police services, reports, background checks

For step-by-step instructions on any government procedure, see our complete tramites guide.

Local Festivals & Ferias

SanAgustinAcasaguastlan celebrates 1 festival throughout the year:

  • Feria de San Agustín Acasaguastlán — August 28

Guatemala’s ferias feature traditional dances, marimba music, processions, food stalls, and community celebrations. See our complete ferias calendar for feria dates by municipality.

Local Costs & Services

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Safety Overview

The safety score in the Key Stats section above is our own map rating, not an official figure.

Emergency contacts:

  • CONRED (disaster): 119
  • Police (PNC): 110
  • Fire department: 122
  • Cruz Roja (Red Cross): 125
  • Tourist assistance (ASISTUR, INGUAT): 1500

Read our full Guatemala safety guide for department-by-department data.

Explore El Progreso Department

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FAQ

Where is San Agustín Acasaguastlán located?

San Agustín Acasaguastlán is located in the El Progreso department of Guatemala. It is 67.2 km from Guatemala City and 14.8 km from Guastatoya, the department capital.

Is San Agustín Acasaguastlán safe?

The safety score in the Key Stats section is our own map rating, not an official figure. See our safety guide for the homicide data we can source.

How much does it cost to live in San Agustín Acasaguastlán?

The monthly cost in the Key Stats section is our own map estimate with no published source. Our cost of living guide covers the costs we can source.

What is San Agustín Acasaguastlán known for?

San Agustín Acasaguastlán is known for gateway to sierra de las minas from the south, archaeological ruins of guaytán, major population center in el progreso.

What government offices are in San Agustín Acasaguastlán?

The Municipalidad in San Agustín Acasaguastlán handles local services: boleto de ornato, IUSI property tax, and municipal licenses. For national services like RENAP (DPI/cedula), SAT (tax/NIT), and PNC, you will need to go to Guastatoya (El Progreso department capital). See our complete tramites guide for step-by-step procedures.

What are the main festivals in San Agustín Acasaguastlán?

San Agustín Acasaguastlán participates in national celebrations like Semana Santa, Independence Day (Sep 15), and local cultural events. Check our ferias calendar for its feria patronal date.

Is there good internet in San Agustín Acasaguastlán?

We have no sourced internet speed data for this town; the internet figure in the Key Stats section is our own estimate. Check Tigo and Claro coverage for your exact address before you rely on it for work, and keep a mobile hotspot as backup. See our internet guide for coverage details.

What is the nearest hospital to San Agustín Acasaguastlán?

The nearest hospital is the Hospital Nacional in Guastatoya (El Progreso department capital). Local health centers (Centros de Salud) in San Agustín Acasaguastlán handle basic medical needs. For specialized or emergency care, Guatemala City hospitals (Roosevelt, San Juan de Dios) are the reference facilities.

Data from locations.json, government sources, and field surveys

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