Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia
Major city · Population 1.8M
Santa Cruz de la Sierra is the 2nd largest city in Bolivia with a population of approximately 1,831,434 people as of 2026. This makes it the 231st largest city in the world, accounting for 16.11% of Bolivia's total population of 11.4M. Santa Cruz de la Sierra is classified as a major city and operates in the America/La_Paz timezone.
Population
1,831,434
Global Rank
#231
Country Rank
#2
% of Bolivia
16.11%
Santa Cruz de la Sierra on the Map
Bolivia at a Glance
Country Population
11,365,333
Capital
Sucre
Region
South America
Major Cities
9
GDP per Capita
$4,421
Life Expectancy
68.6 years
Urban Population
71.2%
Growth Rate
0.01%
Other Major Cities in Bolivia
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Santa Cruz de la Sierra with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sucre | 224,838 | 260 km |
| Sacaba | 180,726 | 306 km |
| Cochabamba | 841,276 | 319 km |
| Quillacollo | 172,405 | 331 km |
| Potosí | 141,251 | 337 km |
| Oruro | 208,684 | 414 km |
| Tarija | 159,269 | 447 km |
| La Paz | 2,004,652 | 547 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Santa Cruz de la Sierra?
The population of Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia is approximately 1,831,434 people, making it the 231st largest city in the world and the 2nd largest in Bolivia.
Is Santa Cruz de la Sierra the capital of Bolivia?
No, the capital of Bolivia is Sucre. Santa Cruz de la Sierra is the 2nd largest city in the country.
What timezone is Santa Cruz de la Sierra in?
Santa Cruz de la Sierra is in the America/La_Paz timezone.