Belém Population 2026
Belém has a population of 16,401, making it the #2115 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Paraíba. It is about 756× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,401
Rank in Brazil
#2115
Coordinates
6.69°S, 35.53°W
~140 m elevation · America/Fortaleza
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,687 km
1,048 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Paraíba
| City | Population | Rank in Brazil |
|---|---|---|
| João Pessoa | 817,511 | #22 |
| Campina Grande | 348,936 | #71 |
| Santa Rita | 149,910 | #196 |
| Patos | 92,575 | #354 |
| Bayeux | 82,742 | #398 |
| Sousa | 67,259 | #498 |
| Cabedelo | 66,519 | #501 |
| Cajazeiras | 63,239 | #530 |
Cities near Belém
FAQ
What is the population of Belém?
Belém has a population of 16,401 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2115 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is Belém in?
Belém is located in Paraíba, Brazil.
Is Belém the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,687 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.