Esmeraldas Postal Codes: 080101 to 080703

Key Facts

Esmeraldas is a province located in the northwestern coastal region of Ecuador, bordering Colombia to the north and the Pacific Ocean to the west. As one of Ecuador's 24 provinces, Esmeraldas covers approximately 15,239 square kilometers and has a population of around 491,000 people according to recent estimates. The province is administratively divided into 7 cantons: Esmeraldas, Eloy Alfaro, Muisne, Quinindé, Río Verde, San Lorenzo, and Atacames. Known for its lush tropical rainforests, extensive mangrove ecosystems, and beautiful beaches, Esmeraldas features a diverse geography that ranges from coastal lowlands to inland hills and mountains. The province serves as an important economic hub for northwestern Ecuador, with significant contributions from agriculture (particularly African palm, bananas, and cocoa), fishing, and tourism. Its capital city, also named Esmeraldas, functions as the provincial administrative center and main port. The region is also notable for its rich Afro-Ecuadorian cultural heritage and biodiversity, containing several protected areas including the Mache-Chindul Ecological Reserve. To access detailed postal code information for the municipalities and parishes within Esmeraldas province, you can explore our comprehensive database of Ecuadorian locations.

Neighboring Regions

• Carchi
• Imbabura
• Pichincha
• Manabí