San Juan de la Maguana Population 2026
San Juan de la Maguana has a population of 72,950, making it the #15 biggest city in 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic, located in San Juan Province. Roughly 0.6% of Dominican Republic's population lives here. It is about 30× smaller than Santo Domingo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
72,950
Rank in Dominican Republic
#15
Coordinates
18.81°N, 71.23°W
~406 m elevation · America/Santo_Domingo
Distance to capital (Santo Domingo)
145 km
90 miles, straight line
Other big cities in San Juan Province
| City | Population | Rank in Dominican Republic |
|---|---|---|
| Las Matas de Farfán | 21,802 | #33 |
Cities near San Juan de la Maguana
- Las Matas de Farfán21,802 people · ~31 km away
- Neiba18,670 people · ~41 km away
- Constanza29,481 people · ~52 km away
- Azua59,139 people · ~65 km away
- Santa Cruz de Barahona77,160 people · ~68 km away
- Jarabacoa29,983 people · ~71 km away
FAQ
What is the population of San Juan de la Maguana?
San Juan de la Maguana has a population of 72,950 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #15 biggest city in Dominican Republic.
What region is San Juan de la Maguana in?
San Juan de la Maguana is located in San Juan Province, Dominican Republic.
Is San Juan de la Maguana the capital of Dominican Republic?
No, the capital of Dominican Republic is Santo Domingo, about 145 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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