Acaraú Population 2026
Acaraú has a population of 65,264, making it the #512 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Ceará. It is about 190× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
65,264
Rank in Brazil
#512
Coordinates
2.89°S, 40.12°W
~17 m elevation · America/Fortaleza
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,669 km
1,036 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ceará
| City | Population | Rank in Brazil |
|---|---|---|
| Fortaleza | 2,400,000 | #5 |
| Caucaia | 355,679 | #68 |
| Maracanaú | 234,509 | #122 |
| Juazeiro do Norte | 225,230 | #130 |
| Sobral | 203,023 | #143 |
| Itapipoca | 131,123 | #223 |
| Crato | 131,050 | #224 |
| Maranguape | 105,093 | #302 |
Cities near Acaraú
FAQ
What is the population of Acaraú?
Acaraú has a population of 65,264 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #512 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is Acaraú in?
Acaraú is located in Ceará, Brazil.
Is Acaraú the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,669 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.