São João Batista Population 2026
São João Batista has a population of 18,544, making it the #1865 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Maranhão. It is about 669× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,544
Rank in Brazil
#1865
Coordinates
2.96°S, 44.81°W
~6 m elevation · America/Fortaleza
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,466 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 João Batista
- São Vicente Ferrer19,498 people · ~11 km away
- São Bento48,036 people · ~29 km away
- Matinha22,034 people · ~30 km away
- Palmeirândia21,059 people · ~36 km away
- Viana51,442 people · ~37 km away
- Anajatuba25,322 people · ~40 km away
FAQ
What is the population of São João Batista?
São João Batista has a population of 18,544 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1865 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is São João Batista in?
São João Batista is located in Maranhão, Brazil.
Is São João Batista the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,466 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.