São Joaquim Population 2026
São Joaquim has a population of 25,939, making it the #1329 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Santa Catarina. It is about 478× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
25,939
Rank in Brazil
#1329
Coordinates
28.29°S, 49.93°W
~1,353 m elevation · America/Sao_Paulo
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,407 km
874 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 Joaquim
- Orleans23,661 people · ~63 km away
- Urussanga20,919 people · ~65 km away
- Lages164,676 people · ~66 km away
- Forquilhinha31,431 people · ~68 km away
- Cocal do Sul17,240 people · ~68 km away
- Criciúma161,954 people · ~70 km away
FAQ
What is the population of São Joaquim?
São Joaquim has a population of 25,939 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1329 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is São Joaquim in?
São Joaquim is located in Santa Catarina, Brazil.
Is São Joaquim the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,407 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.