Santa Cruz Population 2026
Santa Cruz has a population of 66,647, making it the #227 biggest city in 🇵🇭 Philippines, located in Central Luzon. Roughly 0.1% of Philippines's population lives here. It is about 46× smaller than Quezon City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
66,647
Rank in Philippines
#227
Coordinates
15.77°N, 119.91°E
~9 m elevation · Asia/Manila
Distance to capital (Manila)
173 km
107 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 |
| San Fernando | 251,248 | #53 |
| Meycauayan | 228,023 | #61 |
Cities near Santa Cruz
FAQ
What is the population of Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz has a population of 66,647 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #227 biggest city in Philippines.
What region is Santa Cruz in?
Santa Cruz is located in Central Luzon, Philippines.
Is Santa Cruz the capital of Philippines?
No, the capital of Philippines is Manila, about 173 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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