San Jose Population 2026
San Jose has a population of 143,495, making it the #90 biggest city in 🇵🇭 Philippines, located in Mimaropa. Roughly 0.1% of Philippines's population lives here. It is about 21× smaller than Quezon City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
143,495
Rank in Philippines
#90
Coordinates
12.35°N, 121.07°E
~9 m elevation · Asia/Manila
Distance to capital (Manila)
251 km
156 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mimaropa
| City | Population | Rank in Philippines |
|---|---|---|
| Puerto Princesa | 222,673 | #63 |
| Sablayan | 91,406 | #160 |
| Brookes Point | 76,715 | #195 |
| Calapan | 66,008 | #228 |
| Jose Rizal | 59,040 | #253 |
| Victoria | 52,215 | #273 |
| El Nido | 51,367 | #275 |
| Pinamalayan | 43,521 | #305 |
Cities near San Jose
FAQ
What is the population of San Jose?
San Jose has a population of 143,495 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #90 biggest city in Philippines.
What region is San Jose in?
San Jose is located in Mimaropa, Philippines.
Is San Jose the capital of Philippines?
No, the capital of Philippines is Manila, about 251 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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