Matinha Population 2026
Matinha has a population of 22,034, making it the #1598 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Maranhão. It is about 563× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,034
Rank in Brazil
#1598
Coordinates
3.10°S, 45.03°W
~30 m elevation · America/Fortaleza
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,445 km
897 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 Matinha
- Viana51,442 people · ~14 km away
- Cajari16,412 people · ~25 km away
- Penalva32,511 people · ~27 km away
- São Vicente Ferrer19,498 people · ~29 km away
- São João Batista18,544 people · ~30 km away
- Pedro do Rosário24,320 people · ~38 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Matinha?
Matinha has a population of 22,034 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1598 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is Matinha in?
Matinha is located in Maranhão, Brazil.
Is Matinha the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,445 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.