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San Lorenzo, San Marcos: Safety, Cost & Attractions (2026)

Population (2018 census, INE): 13,125

Where is San Lorenzo?

San Lorenzo is located in the department of San Marcos, 139.2 km from Guatemala City and 8.8 km from San Marcos (department capital) .

Guatemala City
139.2 km
San Marcos
8.8 km
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15.0313°, -91.7353° →

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 Lorenzo is a municipality in San Marcos department with a population of 13,125 in the 2018 census (INE). Key highlights: Coffee-producing piedmont, Moderate climate, Agricultural community. For department-level data, see San Marcos. Check the latest exchange rates and cost of living data.

Municipal Services

The Municipalidad de San Lorenzo 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 San Marcos department capital San Marcos 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 Lorenzo celebrates 1 festival throughout the year:

  • Feria de San Lorenzo Mártir — date not confirmed by an official source

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

Live price links for SanLorenzoSanMarcos (San Marcos department):

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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 San Marcos Department

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FAQ

Where is San Lorenzo located?

San Lorenzo is located in the San Marcos department of Guatemala. It is 139.2 km from Guatemala City and 8.8 km from San Marcos, the department capital.

Is San Lorenzo 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 Lorenzo?

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 Lorenzo known for?

San Lorenzo is known for coffee-producing piedmont, moderate climate, agricultural community.

What government offices are in San Lorenzo?

The Municipalidad in San Lorenzo 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 San Marcos (San Marcos department capital). See our complete tramites guide for step-by-step procedures.

What are the main festivals in San Lorenzo?

San Lorenzo 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 Lorenzo?

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 Lorenzo?

The nearest hospital is the Hospital Nacional in San Marcos (San Marcos department capital). Local health centers (Centros de Salud) in San Lorenzo 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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