Sousa Population 2026
Sousa has a population of 67,259, making it the #498 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Paraíba. It is about 184× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
67,259
Rank in Brazil
#498
Coordinates
6.76°S, 38.23°W
~229 m elevation · America/Fortaleza
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,457 km
905 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Paraíba
| City | Population | Rank in Brazil |
|---|---|---|
| João Pessoa | 817,511 | #22 |
| Campina Grande | 348,936 | #71 |
| Santa Rita | 149,910 | #196 |
| Patos | 92,575 | #354 |
| Bayeux | 82,742 | #398 |
| Cabedelo | 66,519 | #501 |
| Cajazeiras | 63,239 | #530 |
| Guarabira | 57,484 | #588 |
Cities near Sousa
- São João do Rio do Peixe17,964 people · ~25 km away
- Cajazeiras63,239 people · ~39 km away
- Pombal32,473 people · ~47 km away
- São José de Piranhas19,067 people · ~50 km away
- Piancó16,441 people · ~59 km away
- Itaporanga23,940 people · ~61 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sousa?
Sousa has a population of 67,259 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #498 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is Sousa in?
Sousa is located in Paraíba, Brazil.
Is Sousa the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,457 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.