San Pablo Population 2026
San Pablo has a population of 21,662, making it the #28 biggest city in 🇨🇷 Costa Rica, located in Heredia Province. Roughly 0.4% of Costa Rica's population lives here. It is about 15× smaller than San José, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,662
Rank in Costa Rica
#28
Coordinates
10.00°N, 84.10°W
~1,203 m elevation · America/Costa_Rica
Distance to capital (San José)
7 km
4 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Heredia Province
| City | Population | Rank in Costa Rica |
|---|---|---|
| Heredia | 21,947 | #27 |
Cities near San Pablo
- Heredia21,947 people · ~2 km away
- San Juan26,047 people · ~4 km away
- San Vicente34,447 people · ~6 km away
- San Vicente de Moravia34,447 people · ~6 km away
- Guadalupe26,005 people · ~7 km away
- San José335,007 people · ~7 km away
FAQ
What is the population of San Pablo?
San Pablo has a population of 21,662 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #28 biggest city in Costa Rica.
What region is San Pablo in?
San Pablo is located in Heredia Province, Costa Rica.
Is San Pablo the capital of Costa Rica?
No, the capital of Costa Rica is San José, about 7 km away.
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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