São Mateus do Maranhão Population 2026
São Mateus do Maranhão has a population of 38,829, making it the #863 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Maranhão. It is about 319× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
38,829
Rank in Brazil
#863
Coordinates
4.04°S, 44.48°W
~47 m elevation · America/Fortaleza
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,359 km
844 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 Mateus do Maranhão
- Alto Alegre do Maranhão24,048 people · ~19 km away
- Bacabal103,711 people · ~40 km away
- Coroatá61,351 people · ~40 km away
- Peritoró20,479 people · ~41 km away
- São Luís Gonzaga do Maranhão18,153 people · ~43 km away
- Pirapemas17,714 people · ~45 km away
FAQ
What is the population of São Mateus do Maranhão?
São Mateus do Maranhão has a population of 38,829 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #863 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is São Mateus do Maranhão in?
São Mateus do Maranhão is located in Maranhão, Brazil.
Is São Mateus do Maranhão the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,359 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.