San Marino: Population, Economy & Travel Facts

Essential data for planning your trip to San Marino — from population and demographics to economic indicators, healthcare infrastructure, tourism trends, and digital connectivity.

Population & Geography

Population
33,785
#193 of 197 countries
Area
61 km²
#234 of 248 countries
Density
553.9 / km²
#22 of 245 countries

San Marino has a population of 33,785 spread across 61 km², giving it an average density of 553.9 people per km². This is a densely populated country where urban areas dominate the landscape.

Most Populous Cities

Serravalle, San Marino
9,258
1457 / km²
Dogana
7,000
1126 / km²
Borgo Maggiore
6,424
1196 / km²
City of San Marino
4,500
1100 / km²
Domagnano
3,161
992 / km²
Fiorentino
2,510
472 / km²
Murata (San Marino)
1,580
679 / km²
Acquaviva
1,530
448 / km²
Faetano
1,177
264 / km²
Poggio Chiesanuova
951
341 / km²

Demographics

Median Age
46.3
Life Expectancy
84.2 yrs
Literacy Rate
99.9%
Government
parliamentary republic

Economy & Cost of Living

Understanding the local economy helps travellers budget effectively and set expectations. San Marino is classified as a high income country by the World Bank. Prices are roughly 76% of US levels, meaning costs are comparable to the United States.

Income Level
High income
GDP per Capita
$59,880
Cost of Living
76% of US
Inflation
5.9%