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San Jerónimo, Baja Verapaz: Safety, Cost & Attractions (2026)

Population (2018 census, INE): 25,459

Where is San Jerónimo?

San Jerónimo is located in the department of Baja Verapaz, 55.3 km from Guatemala City and 8.4 km from Salamá (department capital) .

Guatemala City
55.3 km
Salamá
8.4 km
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15.0612°, -90.2422° →

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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Where to Stay in San Jerónimo

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San Jerónimo is a municipality in Baja Verapaz department with a population of 25,459 in the 2018 census (INE). Key highlights: Colonial Dominican sugar hacienda history, El Trapiche Museum, Historic rum production heritage. For department-level data, see Baja Verapaz. Check the latest exchange rates and cost of living data.

Municipal Services

The Municipalidad de San Jerónimo 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 Baja Verapaz department capital Salama 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

San Jerónimo celebrates 1 festival throughout the year:

  • Feria de San Jerónimo (Patron: San Jerónimo) — September 30

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.

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FAQ

Where is San Jerónimo located?

San Jerónimo is located in the Baja Verapaz department of Guatemala. It is 55.3 km from Guatemala City and 8.4 km from Salamá, the department capital.

Is San Jerónimo 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 Jerónimo?

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 Jerónimo known for?

San Jerónimo is known for colonial dominican sugar hacienda history, el trapiche museum, historic rum production heritage.

What government offices are in San Jerónimo?

The Municipalidad in San Jerónimo 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 Salama (Baja Verapaz department capital). See our complete tramites guide for step-by-step procedures.

What are the main festivals in San Jerónimo?

San Jerónimo 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 Jerónimo?

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 Jerónimo?

The nearest hospital is the Hospital Nacional in Salama (Baja Verapaz department capital). Local health centers (Centros de Salud) in San Jerónimo 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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