Barra Velha Population 2026
Barra Velha has a population of 45,369, making it the #729 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Santa Catarina. It is about 273× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
45,369
Rank in Brazil
#729
Coordinates
26.63°S, 48.68°W
~14 m elevation · America/Sao_Paulo
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,209 km
751 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Santa Catarina
| City | Population | Rank in Brazil |
|---|---|---|
| Florianópolis | 508,826 | #42 |
| Joinville | 461,304 | #47 |
| Blumenau | 361,855 | #66 |
| São José | 270,299 | #98 |
| São José | 200,000 | #145 |
| Jaraguá do Sul | 182,660 | #158 |
| Palhoça | 175,272 | #165 |
| Lages | 164,676 | #177 |
Cities near Barra Velha
- Balneário Piçarras27,127 people · ~15 km away
- Penha33,663 people · ~16 km away
- Araquari45,283 people · ~29 km away
- Navegantes86,401 people · ~30 km away
- Itajaí155,716 people · ~31 km away
- Massaranduba17,162 people · ~32 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Barra Velha?
Barra Velha has a population of 45,369 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #729 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is Barra Velha in?
Barra Velha is located in Santa Catarina, Brazil.
Is Barra Velha the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,209 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.