Viana Population 2026
Viana has a population of 51,442, making it the #653 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Maranhão. It is about 241× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
51,442
Rank in Brazil
#653
Coordinates
3.22°S, 45.00°W
~13 m elevation · America/Fortaleza
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,433 km
890 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 Viana
- Cajari16,412 people · ~11 km away
- Matinha22,034 people · ~14 km away
- Penalva32,511 people · ~21 km away
- Vitória do Mearim30,805 people · ~31 km away
- Arari29,472 people · ~36 km away
- São João Batista18,544 people · ~37 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Viana?
Viana has a population of 51,442 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #653 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is Viana in?
Viana is located in Maranhão, Brazil.
Is Viana the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,433 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.