Nova Russas Population 2026
Nova Russas has a population of 30,699, making it the #1137 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Ceará. It is about 404× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
30,699
Rank in Brazil
#1137
Coordinates
4.71°S, 40.56°W
~239 m elevation · America/Fortaleza
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,471 km
913 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 Nova Russas
FAQ
What is the population of Nova Russas?
Nova Russas has a population of 30,699 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1137 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is Nova Russas in?
Nova Russas is located in Ceará, Brazil.
Is Nova Russas the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,471 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.