Capital of Argentina Explained: City Facts, Provincial Capitals, and Economic Dynamics
By Maya Lin-Takahashi
Argentina is a federal republic comprising 23 provinces alongside one autonomous capital city. The distribution of population, wealth, and public services creates sharp contrasts across regional boundaries.
| Administrative Entity | Executive Seat | Population & Scale | Primary Economic Driver |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autonomous City of Buenos Aires (CABA) | Parque Patricios (City Hall) / Casa Rosada (Federal) | 3.1 million residents; 78 sq miles | Financial services, high-tech exports, retail, corporate headquarters |
| Province of Buenos Aires | La Plata | 17.5 million residents; 118,700 sq miles | Heavy manufacturing, agro-industrial exports (soy, wheat, beef), shipping |
| Province of Córdoba | Córdoba City | 3.9 million residents; 63,800 sq miles | Automotive manufacturing, agricultural machinery, software, higher education |
| Province of Santa Fe | Santa Fe (city); Rosario (economic hub) | 3.5 million residents; 51,350 sq miles | Port grain terminals, bio-fuels, dairy processing, river freight logistics |
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