São Mateus Population 2026
São Mateus has a population of 123,752, making it the #239 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Espírito Santo. Roughly 0.1% of Brazil's population lives here. It is about 100× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
123,752
Rank in Brazil
#239
Coordinates
18.72°S, 39.86°W
~38 m elevation · America/Sao_Paulo
Distance to capital (Brasília)
917 km
569 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Espírito Santo
| City | Population | Rank in Brazil |
|---|---|---|
| Serra | 520,653 | #38 |
| Vila Velha | 394,930 | #57 |
| Cariacica | 353,491 | #69 |
| Vitória | 312,656 | #85 |
| Cachoeiro de Itapemirim | 187,019 | #157 |
| Linhares | 166,786 | #173 |
| Guarapari | 124,656 | #236 |
| Colatina | 101,190 | #326 |
Cities near São Mateus
- Conceição da Barra27,458 people · ~19 km away
- Jaguaré28,931 people · ~31 km away
- Pinheiros23,915 people · ~54 km away
- Nova Venécia49,065 people · ~57 km away
- Sooretama26,502 people · ~59 km away
- Mucuri37,977 people · ~78 km away
FAQ
What is the population of São Mateus?
São Mateus has a population of 123,752 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #239 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is São Mateus in?
São Mateus is located in Espírito Santo, Brazil.
Is São Mateus the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 917 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.