Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
Major city 路 Population 1.2M
Santiago de los Caballeros is the 2nd largest city in Dominican Republic with a population of approximately 1,200,000 people as of 2026. This makes it the 434th largest city in the world, accounting for 11.14% of Dominican Republic's total population of 10.8M. Santiago de los Caballeros is classified as a major city and operates in the America/Santo_Domingo timezone.
Population
1,200,000
Global Rank
#434
Country Rank
#2
% of Dominican Republic
11.14%
Santiago de los Caballeros on the Map
Dominican Republic at a Glance
Country Population
10,771,504
Capital
Santo Domingo
Region
Caribbean
Major Cities
13
GDP per Capita
$10,876
Life Expectancy
73.7 years
Urban Population
72.4%
Growth Rate
0.01%
Other Major Cities in Dominican Republic
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Santiago de los Caballeros with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| La Vega | 102,426 | 31 km |
| Puerto Plata | 146,000 | 38 km |
| San Francisco de Macor铆s | 124,763 | 49 km |
| Santo Domingo Oeste | 701,269 | 128 km |
| San Crist贸bal | 154,040 | 130 km |
| Bella Vista | 175,683 | 136 km |
| Santo Domingo | 2,201,941 | 137 km |
| Santo Domingo Este | 700,000 | 139 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Santiago de los Caballeros?
The population of Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic is approximately 1,200,000 people, making it the 434th largest city in the world and the 2nd largest in Dominican Republic.
Is Santiago de los Caballeros the capital of Dominican Republic?
No, the capital of Dominican Republic is Santo Domingo. Santiago de los Caballeros is the 2nd largest city in the country.
What timezone is Santiago de los Caballeros in?
Santiago de los Caballeros is in the America/Santo_Domingo timezone.