São Benedito do Rio Preto Population 2026
São Benedito do Rio Preto has a population of 18,364, making it the #1885 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Maranhão. It is about 675× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,364
Rank in Brazil
#1885
Coordinates
3.33°S, 43.53°W
~34 m elevation · America/Fortaleza
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,465 km
910 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 São Benedito do Rio Preto
- Urbano Santos32,812 people · ~20 km away
- Vargem Grande43,261 people · ~49 km away
- Chapadinha81,386 people · ~49 km away
- Mata Roma17,090 people · ~57 km away
- Morros18,554 people · ~77 km away
- Humberto de Campos25,680 people · ~82 km away
FAQ
What is the population of São Benedito do Rio Preto?
São Benedito do Rio Preto has a population of 18,364 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1885 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is São Benedito do Rio Preto in?
São Benedito do Rio Preto is located in Maranhão, Brazil.
Is São Benedito do Rio Preto the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,465 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.