Santa Rita Population 2026
Santa Rita has a population of 37,035, making it the #916 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Maranhão. It is about 335× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
37,035
Rank in Brazil
#916
Coordinates
3.14°S, 44.33°W
~8 m elevation · America/Fortaleza
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,460 km
907 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 Santa Rita
FAQ
What is the population of Santa Rita?
Santa Rita has a population of 37,035 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #916 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is Santa Rita in?
Santa Rita is located in Maranhão, Brazil.
Is Santa Rita the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,460 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.