São Tomé Population 2026 capital
São Tomé has a population of 53,300, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇸🇹 São Tomé and Príncipe, located in São Tomé Island. Roughly 22% of São Tomé and Príncipe's population lives here. São Tomé is the capital of São Tomé and Príncipe.
Population (city proper)
53,300
Rank in São Tomé and Príncipe
#1
Coordinates
0.34°N, 6.73°E
~140 m elevation · Africa/Sao_Tome
FAQ
What is the population of São Tomé?
São Tomé has a population of 53,300 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in São Tomé and Príncipe.
What region is São Tomé in?
São Tomé is located in São Tomé Island, São Tomé and Príncipe.
Is São Tomé the capital of São Tomé and Príncipe?
Yes, São Tomé is the capital of São Tomé and Príncipe.
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.
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