Paraibano Population 2026
Paraibano has a population of 18,274, making it the #1895 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Maranhão. It is about 679× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,274
Rank in Brazil
#1895
Coordinates
6.43°S, 43.98°W
~282 m elevation · America/Fortaleza
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,125 km
699 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 Paraibano
- Pastos Bons18,802 people · ~21 km away
- São João dos Patos25,020 people · ~32 km away
- Passagem Franca17,220 people · ~36 km away
- Mirador21,030 people · ~42 km away
- Colinas40,316 people · ~54 km away
- Buriti Bravo22,455 people · ~68 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Paraibano?
Paraibano has a population of 18,274 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1895 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is Paraibano in?
Paraibano is located in Maranhão, Brazil.
Is Paraibano the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,125 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.