Meruoca Population 2026
Meruoca has a population of 15,157, making it the #2228 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Ceará. It is about 818× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,157
Rank in Brazil
#2228
Coordinates
3.54°S, 40.45°W
~668 m elevation · America/Fortaleza
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,588 km
986 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ceará
| City | Population | Rank in Brazil |
|---|---|---|
| Fortaleza | 2,400,000 | #5 |
| Caucaia | 355,679 | #68 |
| Maracanaú | 234,509 | #122 |
| Juazeiro do Norte | 225,230 | #130 |
| Sobral | 203,023 | #143 |
| Itapipoca | 131,123 | #223 |
| Crato | 131,050 | #224 |
| Maranguape | 105,093 | #302 |
Cities near Meruoca
FAQ
What is the population of Meruoca?
Meruoca has a population of 15,157 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2228 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is Meruoca in?
Meruoca is located in Ceará, Brazil.
Is Meruoca the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,588 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.