Cajari Population 2026
Cajari has a population of 16,412, making it the #2114 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Maranhão. It is about 756× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,412
Rank in Brazil
#2114
Coordinates
3.32°S, 45.01°W
~10 m elevation · America/Fortaleza
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,422 km
883 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 Cajari
FAQ
What is the population of Cajari?
Cajari has a population of 16,412 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2114 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is Cajari in?
Cajari is located in Maranhão, Brazil.
Is Cajari the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,422 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.