San Fernando Population 2026
San Fernando has a population of 251,248, making it the #53 biggest city in 🇵🇭 Philippines, located in Central Luzon. Roughly 0.2% of Philippines's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Quezon City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
251,248
Rank in Philippines
#53
Coordinates
15.03°N, 120.68°E
~10 m elevation · Asia/Manila
Distance to capital (Manila)
58 km
36 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Central Luzon
| City | Population | Rank in Philippines |
|---|---|---|
| Angeles City | 483,452 | #21 |
| Tarlac City | 401,892 | #31 |
| San Jose del Monte | 357,828 | #34 |
| Cabanatuan City | 343,672 | #37 |
| Santol | 298,976 | #45 |
| Malolos | 269,809 | #48 |
| Meycauayan | 228,023 | #61 |
| Olongapo | 221,178 | #64 |
Cities near San Fernando
- Bulaon131,818 people · ~6 km away
- Angeles City483,452 people · ~17 km away
- Santol298,976 people · ~19 km away
- Mabalacat City188,050 people · ~24 km away
- Malolos269,809 people · ~25 km away
- Bamban78,260 people · ~29 km away
FAQ
What is the population of San Fernando?
San Fernando has a population of 251,248 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #53 biggest city in Philippines.
What region is San Fernando in?
San Fernando is located in Central Luzon, Philippines.
Is San Fernando the capital of Philippines?
No, the capital of Philippines is Manila, about 58 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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