São Lourenço Population 2026
São Lourenço has a population of 44,798, making it the #744 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Minas Gerais. It is about 277× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
44,798
Rank in Brazil
#744
Coordinates
22.12°S, 45.05°W
~884 m elevation · America/Sao_Paulo
Distance to capital (Brasília)
767 km
476 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Minas Gerais
| City | Population | Rank in Brazil |
|---|---|---|
| Belo Horizonte | 2,721,564 | #3 |
| Contagem | 627,123 | #31 |
| Juiz de Fora | 573,285 | #35 |
| Uberlândia | 563,536 | #36 |
| Montes Claros | 414,240 | #54 |
| Betim | 384,000 | #61 |
| Uberaba | 337,836 | #73 |
| Ribeirão das Neves | 329,794 | #75 |
Cities near São Lourenço
FAQ
What is the population of São Lourenço?
São Lourenço has a population of 44,798 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #744 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is São Lourenço in?
São Lourenço is located in Minas Gerais, Brazil.
Is São Lourenço the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 767 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.