San José Population 2026 capital
San José has a population of 335,007, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇨🇷 Costa Rica, located in San José. Roughly 6.5% of Costa Rica's population lives here. San José is the capital of Costa Rica.
Population (city proper)
335,007
Rank in Costa Rica
#1
Coordinates
9.93°N, 84.08°W
~1,133 m elevation · America/Costa_Rica
Other big cities in San José
| City | Population | Rank in Costa Rica |
|---|---|---|
| San Isidro | 34,877 | #7 |
| Curridabat | 34,586 | #8 |
| San Vicente | 34,447 | #9 |
| San Vicente de Moravia | 34,447 | #10 |
| Purral | 30,034 | #12 |
| San Miguel | 28,827 | #14 |
| San Pedro | 27,477 | #15 |
| San Rafael Abajo | 27,419 | #16 |
Cities near San José
- San Juan26,047 people · ~3 km away
- Guadalupe26,005 people · ~3 km away
- San Pedro27,477 people · ~4 km away
- San Felipe24,985 people · ~4 km away
- San Vicente34,447 people · ~5 km away
- San Vicente de Moravia34,447 people · ~5 km away
FAQ
What is the population of San José?
San José has a population of 335,007 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Costa Rica.
What region is San José in?
San José is located in San José, Costa Rica.
Is San José the capital of Costa Rica?
Yes, San José is the capital of Costa Rica.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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