Açailândia Population 2026
Açailândia has a population of 106,550, making it the #296 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Maranhão. It is about 116× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
106,550
Rank in Brazil
#296
Coordinates
4.95°S, 47.50°W
~243 m elevation · America/Fortaleza
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,205 km
748 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 |
| Bacabal | 103,711 | #313 |
Cities near Açailândia
- Itinga do Maranhão22,513 people · ~55 km away
- João Lisboa24,709 people · ~57 km away
- Imperatriz218,106 people · ~64 km away
- Rondon do Pará53,143 people · ~65 km away
- Dom Eliseu58,484 people · ~74 km away
- Bom Jesus das Selvas28,599 people · ~89 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Açailândia?
Açailândia has a population of 106,550 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #296 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is Açailândia in?
Açailândia is located in Maranhão, Brazil.
Is Açailândia the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,205 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.