Santurtzi Population 2026
Santurtzi has a population of 46,978, making it the #150 biggest city in 🇪🇸 Spain, located in Basque Country. Roughly 0.1% of Spain's population lives here. It is about 69× smaller than Madrid, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
46,978
Rank in Spain
#150
Coordinates
43.33°N, 3.03°W
~13 m elevation · Europe/Madrid
Distance to capital (Madrid)
329 km
204 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Basque Country
| City | Population | Rank in Spain |
|---|---|---|
| Bilbao | 347,342 | #11 |
| Gasteiz / Vitoria | 257,407 | #16 |
| Donostia / San Sebastián | 185,357 | #35 |
| Barakaldo | 100,435 | #63 |
| Getxo | 80,770 | #86 |
| Irun | 61,983 | #122 |
| Santutxu | 60,000 | #128 |
| Portugalete | 45,826 | #156 |
Cities near Santurtzi
FAQ
What is the population of Santurtzi?
Santurtzi has a population of 46,978 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #150 biggest city in Spain.
What region is Santurtzi in?
Santurtzi is located in Basque Country, Spain.
Is Santurtzi the capital of Spain?
No, the capital of Spain is Madrid, about 329 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.