São João Batista Population 2026
São João Batista has a population of 32,687, making it the #1047 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Santa Catarina. It is about 379× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
32,687
Rank in Brazil
#1047
Coordinates
27.28°S, 48.85°W
~32 m elevation · America/Sao_Paulo
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,282 km
796 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 João Batista
FAQ
What is the population of São João Batista?
São João Batista has a population of 32,687 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1047 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is São João Batista in?
São João Batista is located in Santa Catarina, Brazil.
Is São João Batista the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,282 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.