São João do Soter Population 2026
São João do Soter has a population of 16,889, making it the #2081 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Maranhão. It is about 734× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,889
Rank in Brazil
#2081
Coordinates
5.11°S, 43.81°W
~114 m elevation · America/Fortaleza
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,268 km
787 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 do Soter
- Caxias156,973 people · ~58 km away
- Aldeias Altas23,286 people · ~66 km away
- Dom Pedro23,053 people · ~70 km away
- Codó114,275 people · ~74 km away
- Presidente Dutra45,155 people · ~78 km away
- Fortuna16,976 people · ~79 km away
FAQ
What is the population of São João do Soter?
São João do Soter has a population of 16,889 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2081 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is São João do Soter in?
São João do Soter is located in Maranhão, Brazil.
Is São João do Soter the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,268 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.