Xanxerê Population 2026
Xanxerê has a population of 51,607, making it the #650 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Santa Catarina. It is about 240× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
51,607
Rank in Brazil
#650
Coordinates
26.88°S, 52.40°W
~796 m elevation · America/Sao_Paulo
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,318 km
818 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Santa Catarina
| City | Population | Rank in Brazil |
|---|---|---|
| Florianópolis | 508,826 | #42 |
| Joinville | 461,304 | #47 |
| Blumenau | 361,855 | #66 |
| São José | 270,299 | #98 |
| São José | 200,000 | #145 |
| Jaraguá do Sul | 182,660 | #158 |
| Palhoça | 175,272 | #165 |
| Lages | 164,676 | #177 |
Cities near Xanxerê
- Xaxim31,918 people · ~16 km away
- Seara18,620 people · ~32 km away
- Chapecó160,157 people · ~32 km away
- Abelardo Luz17,392 people · ~36 km away
- Clevelândia15,070 people · ~53 km away
- Concórdia81,646 people · ~54 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Xanxerê?
Xanxerê has a population of 51,607 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #650 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is Xanxerê in?
Xanxerê is located in Santa Catarina, Brazil.
Is Xanxerê the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,318 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.