Pombal Population 2026
Pombal has a population of 32,473, making it the #1054 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Paraíba. It is about 382× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
32,473
Rank in Brazil
#1054
Coordinates
6.77°S, 37.80°W
~185 m elevation · America/Fortaleza
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,490 km
925 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Paraíba
| City | Population | Rank in Brazil |
|---|---|---|
| João Pessoa | 817,511 | #22 |
| Campina Grande | 348,936 | #71 |
| Santa Rita | 149,910 | #196 |
| Patos | 92,575 | #354 |
| Bayeux | 82,742 | #398 |
| Sousa | 67,259 | #498 |
| Cabedelo | 66,519 | #501 |
| Cajazeiras | 63,239 | #530 |
Cities near Pombal
- Sousa67,259 people · ~47 km away
- Catolé do Rocha30,661 people · ~48 km away
- Piancó16,441 people · ~50 km away
- São Bento32,235 people · ~54 km away
- Patos92,575 people · ~64 km away
- Itaporanga23,940 people · ~71 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Pombal?
Pombal has a population of 32,473 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1054 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is Pombal in?
Pombal is located in Paraíba, Brazil.
Is Pombal the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,490 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.