Pinheiro Population 2026
Pinheiro has a population of 84,621, making it the #388 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Maranhão. It is about 147× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
84,621
Rank in Brazil
#388
Coordinates
2.52°S, 45.08°W
~9 m elevation · America/Fortaleza
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,507 km
936 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 Pinheiro
- Palmeirândia21,059 people · ~25 km away
- Presidente Sarney17,511 people · ~32 km away
- Bequimão19,584 people · ~34 km away
- São Bento48,036 people · ~35 km away
- Santa Helena41,561 people · ~40 km away
- Turilândia31,638 people · ~42 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Pinheiro?
Pinheiro has a population of 84,621 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #388 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is Pinheiro in?
Pinheiro is located in Maranhão, Brazil.
Is Pinheiro the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,507 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.