Governador Edison Lobão Population 2026
Governador Edison Lobão has a population of 18,411, making it the #1878 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Maranhão. It is about 674× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,411
Rank in Brazil
#1878
Coordinates
5.75°S, 47.36°W
~165 m elevation · America/Fortaleza
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,118 km
694 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 Governador Edison Lobão
- Imperatriz218,106 people · ~28 km away
- João Lisboa24,709 people · ~33 km away
- Tocantinópolis23,203 people · ~65 km away
- Porto Franco23,903 people · ~66 km away
- Amarante do Maranhão37,085 people · ~72 km away
- Sítio Novo17,074 people · ~75 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Governador Edison Lobão?
Governador Edison Lobão has a population of 18,411 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1878 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is Governador Edison Lobão in?
Governador Edison Lobão is located in Maranhão, Brazil.
Is Governador Edison Lobão the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,118 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.