Candelaria Population 2026
Candelaria has a population of 17,631, making it the #19 biggest city in 🇵🇷 Puerto Rico, located in Toa Baja. Roughly 0.5% of Puerto Rico's population lives here. It is about 24× smaller than San Juan, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,631
Rank in Puerto Rico
#19
Coordinates
18.40°N, 66.21°W
~72 m elevation · America/Puerto_Rico
Distance to capital (San Juan)
13 km
8 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Toa Baja
| City | Population | Rank in Puerto Rico |
|---|---|---|
| Levittown | 29,785 | #11 |
Cities near Candelaria
FAQ
What is the population of Candelaria?
Candelaria has a population of 17,631 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #19 biggest city in Puerto Rico.
What region is Candelaria in?
Candelaria is located in Toa Baja, Puerto Rico.
Is Candelaria the capital of Puerto Rico?
No, the capital of Puerto Rico is San Juan, about 13 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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