Macapá Population 2026
Macapá has a population of 512,902, making it the #39 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Amapá. Roughly 0.2% of Brazil's population lives here. It is about 24× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
512,902
Rank in Brazil
#39
Coordinates
0.04°N, 51.07°W
~17 m elevation · America/Belem
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,792 km
1,113 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Amapá
| City | Population | Rank in Brazil |
|---|---|---|
| Santana | 107,618 | #292 |
| Laranjal do Jari | 35,114 | #961 |
| Oiapoque | 27,482 | #1261 |
| Mazagão | 21,924 | #1607 |
| Porto Grande | 17,848 | #1949 |
Cities near Macapá
FAQ
What is the population of Macapá?
Macapá has a population of 512,902 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #39 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is Macapá in?
Macapá is located in Amapá, Brazil.
Is Macapá the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,792 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.