São Francisco do Sul Population 2026
São Francisco do Sul has a population of 52,674, making it the #634 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Santa Catarina. It is about 235× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
52,674
Rank in Brazil
#634
Coordinates
26.24°S, 48.64°W
~16 m elevation · America/Sao_Paulo
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,166 km
724 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Santa Catarina
| City | Population | Rank in Brazil |
|---|---|---|
| Florianópolis | 508,826 | #42 |
| Joinville | 461,304 | #47 |
| Blumenau | 361,855 | #66 |
| São José | 270,299 | #98 |
| São José | 200,000 | #145 |
| Jaraguá do Sul | 182,660 | #158 |
| Palhoça | 175,272 | #165 |
| Lages | 164,676 | #177 |
Cities near São Francisco do Sul
FAQ
What is the population of São Francisco do Sul?
São Francisco do Sul has a population of 52,674 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #634 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is São Francisco do Sul in?
São Francisco do Sul is located in Santa Catarina, Brazil.
Is São Francisco do Sul the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,166 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.