San Pedro de Macorís Population 2026
San Pedro de Macorís has a population of 217,899, making it the #5 biggest city in 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic, located in San Pedro de Macorís. Roughly 1.9% of Dominican Republic's population lives here. It is about 10× smaller than Santo Domingo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
217,899
Rank in Dominican Republic
#5
Coordinates
18.45°N, 69.31°W
~6 m elevation · America/Santo_Domingo
Distance to capital (Santo Domingo)
62 km
39 miles, straight line
Other big cities in San Pedro de Macorís
| City | Population | Rank in Dominican Republic |
|---|---|---|
| Quisqueya | 17,694 | #39 |
Cities near San Pedro de Macorís
- Quisqueya17,694 people · ~15 km away
- Boca Chica46,300 people · ~31 km away
- Hato Mayor del Rey35,999 people · ~35 km away
- La Romana208,437 people · ~36 km away
- Santa Cruz de El Seibo23,547 people · ~45 km away
- Bayaguana21,055 people · ~48 km away
FAQ
What is the population of San Pedro de Macorís?
San Pedro de Macorís has a population of 217,899 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #5 biggest city in Dominican Republic.
What region is San Pedro de Macorís in?
San Pedro de Macorís is located in San Pedro de Macorís, Dominican Republic.
Is San Pedro de Macorís the capital of Dominican Republic?
No, the capital of Dominican Republic is Santo Domingo, about 62 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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