Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Capital city · Population 2.2M
Santo Domingo is the capital and the largest city in Dominican Republic with a population of approximately 2,201,941 people as of 2026. This makes it the 178th largest city in the world, accounting for 20.44% of Dominican Republic's total population of 10.8M. Santo Domingo is classified as a major city and operates in the America/Santo_Domingo timezone. The average annual temperature is 26°C with 1,661 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 24 meters above sea level.
Population
2,201,941
Global Rank
#178
Country Rank
#1
% of Dominican Republic
20.44%
Avg Temperature
26°C
Annual Rainfall
1,661 mm
Elevation
24 m
Timezone
America/Santo_Domingo
Santo Domingo on the Map
Climate in Santo Domingo
Santo Domingo's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Feb. The wettest month is Nov with 234 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
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 Santo Domingo with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Santo Domingo Este | 700,000 | 5 km |
| Bella Vista | 175,683 | 6 km |
| Santo Domingo Oeste | 701,269 | 12 km |
| San Cristóbal | 154,040 | 23 km |
| San Pedro de Macorís | 217,899 | 62 km |
| La Romana | 208,437 | 98 km |
| San Francisco de Macorís | 124,763 | 99 km |
| La Vega | 102,426 | 107 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Santo Domingo?
The population of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic is approximately 2,201,941 people, making it the 178th largest city in the world and the 1st largest in Dominican Republic.
Is Santo Domingo the capital of Dominican Republic?
Yes, Santo Domingo is the capital of Dominican Republic.
What is the climate like in Santo Domingo?
Santo Domingo has an average annual temperature of 26°C and receives 1,661 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Feb.
What timezone is Santo Domingo in?
Santo Domingo is in the America/Santo_Domingo timezone.