San Cristóbal Population 2026
San Cristóbal has a population of 154,040, making it the #7 biggest city in 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic, located in San Cristóbal. Roughly 1.3% of Dominican Republic's population lives here. It is about 14× smaller than Santo Domingo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
154,040
Rank in Dominican Republic
#7
Coordinates
18.42°N, 70.11°W
~45 m elevation · America/Santo_Domingo
Distance to capital (Santo Domingo)
23 km
14 miles, straight line
Other big cities in San Cristóbal
| City | Population | Rank in Dominican Republic |
|---|---|---|
| Bajos de Haina | 66,784 | #16 |
| Villa Altagracia | 40,027 | #25 |
Cities near San Cristóbal
- Bajos de Haina66,784 people · ~8 km away
- Santo Domingo Oeste701,269 people · ~15 km away
- Santo Domingo2,201,941 people · ~23 km away
- Baní66,709 people · ~28 km away
- Santo Domingo Este700,000 people · ~28 km away
- Villa Altagracia40,027 people · ~29 km away
FAQ
What is the population of San Cristóbal?
San Cristóbal has a population of 154,040 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #7 biggest city in Dominican Republic.
What region is San Cristóbal in?
San Cristóbal is located in San Cristóbal, Dominican Republic.
Is San Cristóbal the capital of Dominican Republic?
No, the capital of Dominican Republic is Santo Domingo, about 23 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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