Belize Districts and Capitals - Districts in Belize

Belize is divided into six districts, which are the primary administrative divisions of the country. Each district has its own distinct characteristics and attractions. Here are the names of the districts in Belize:

Belize is a small country on the eastern coast of Central America, bordered by Mexico to the north, Guatemala to the west and south, and the Caribbean Sea to the east. The country is divided into 6 districts, and those districts are further divided into towns, villages, and local municipalities. Belmopan is the national capital, while Belize City is the largest city in the country.

Belize is known for its tropical forests, Caribbean coastline, coral reefs, and mix of cultures shaped by Maya, Creole, Mestizo, Garifuna, and other communities. Tourism, agriculture, fishing, and offshore services are important parts of the economy, especially along the coast and island areas.

Key Facts

• National capital: Belmopan
• Total population: 441,471 (Official estimate 2024)
• Total area: 22,966 km² (8,867 sq miles)
• Currency: Belize Dollar ($, BZD)
• Bordering countries: Mexico, Guatemala
• Total Districts: 6
• Total Municipalities: 67+

List of Districts and Capitals of Belize

Total districts shown: 6 | Combined population: 441,471 | Combined area: 22,966 km²

Largest Districts by Area

• Cayo District - 2,061 sq mi (5,338 km²)
• Orange Walk District - 1,829 sq mi (4,737 km²)
• Toledo District - 1,755 sq mi (4,545 km²)
• Belize District - 1,664 sq mi (4,310 km²)
• Stann Creek District - 840 sq mi (2,176 km²)
• Corozal District - 718 sq mi (1,860 km²)

Most Populous Districts

• Belize District - Population: 124,096 (Official Estimate 2024)
• Cayo District - Population: 103,888 (Official Estimate 2024)
• Toledo District - Population: 64,358 (Official Estimate 2024)
• Orange Walk District - Population: 56,151 (Official Estimate 2024)
• Corozal District - Population: 49,446 (Official Estimate 2024)
• Stann Creek District - Population: 43,532 (Official Estimate 2024)

Smallest Districts by Area

• Corozal District - 718 sq mi (1,860 km²)
• Stann Creek District - 840 sq mi (2,176 km²)
• Belize District - 1,664 sq mi (4,310 km²)
• Toledo District - 1,755 sq mi (4,545 km²)
• Orange Walk District - 1,829 sq mi (4,737 km²)
• Cayo District - 2,061 sq mi (5,338 km²)

Districts by Regional Grouping

• North: Corozal District
• Northwest: Orange Walk District
• West: Cayo District
• Central Coast: Belize District
• Southeast Coast: Stann Creek District
• South: Toledo District

Landlocked Districts

• Cayo District

Districts with Coastline

• Belize District
• Corozal District
• Orange Walk District
• Stann Creek District
• Toledo District

Districts Sharing Borders with Other Countries

• Mexico: Corozal District, Orange Walk District
• Guatemala: Cayo District, Toledo District

Sources

• Statistical Institute of Belize
• World Bank - Belize Data
• CIA World Factbook - Belize
• Encyclopaedia Britannica - Belize
• United Nations Statistics Division