São José do Egito Population 2026
São José do Egito has a population of 31,004, making it the #1117 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Pernambuco. It is about 400× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
31,004
Rank in Brazil
#1117
Coordinates
7.48°S, 37.27°W
~594 m elevation · America/Recife
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,482 km
920 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Pernambuco
| City | Population | Rank in Brazil |
|---|---|---|
| Recife | 1,653,461 | #9 |
| Jaboatão dos Guararapes | 644,037 | #30 |
| Caruaru | 402,290 | #56 |
| Petrolina | 386,791 | #60 |
| Olinda | 366,754 | #65 |
| Paulista | 342,167 | #72 |
| Cabo de Santo Agostinho | 216,969 | #134 |
| Camaragibe | 155,771 | #188 |
Cities near São José do Egito
FAQ
What is the population of São José do Egito?
São José do Egito has a population of 31,004 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1117 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is São José do Egito in?
São José do Egito is located in Pernambuco, Brazil.
Is São José do Egito the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,482 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.