Alto Alegre do Maranhão Population 2026
Alto Alegre do Maranhão has a population of 24,048, making it the #1472 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Maranhão. It is about 516× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,048
Rank in Brazil
#1472
Coordinates
4.21°S, 44.45°W
~58 m elevation · America/Fortaleza
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,341 km
833 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Maranhão
| City | Population | Rank in Brazil |
|---|---|---|
| São Luís | 917,237 | #16 |
| São José de Ribamar | 244,579 | #114 |
| Imperatriz | 218,106 | #133 |
| Timon | 174,465 | #166 |
| Caxias | 156,973 | #187 |
| Paço do Lumiar | 145,643 | #202 |
| Codó | 114,275 | #273 |
| Açailândia | 106,550 | #296 |
Cities near Alto Alegre do Maranhão
- São Mateus do Maranhão38,829 people · ~19 km away
- Peritoró20,479 people · ~23 km away
- São Luís Gonzaga do Maranhão18,153 people · ~31 km away
- Coroatá61,351 people · ~37 km away
- Bacabal103,711 people · ~37 km away
- Pedreiras37,050 people · ~43 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Alto Alegre do Maranhão?
Alto Alegre do Maranhão has a population of 24,048 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1472 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is Alto Alegre do Maranhão in?
Alto Alegre do Maranhão is located in Maranhão, Brazil.
Is Alto Alegre do Maranhão the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,341 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.