Sancti Spíritus Population 2026
Sancti Spíritus has a population of 127,069, making it the #16 biggest city in 🇨🇺 Cuba, located in Sancti Spíritus Province. Roughly 1.2% of Cuba's population lives here. It is about 17× smaller than Havana, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
127,069
Rank in Cuba
#16
Coordinates
21.93°N, 79.44°W
~57 m elevation · America/Havana
Distance to capital (Havana)
330 km
205 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Sancti Spíritus?
Sancti Spíritus has a population of 127,069 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #16 biggest city in Cuba.
What region is Sancti Spíritus in?
Sancti Spíritus is located in Sancti Spíritus Province, Cuba.
Is Sancti Spíritus the capital of Cuba?
No, the capital of Cuba is Havana, about 330 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.