Capoeiras Population 2026
Capoeiras has a population of 18,890, making it the #1831 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Pernambuco. It is about 656× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,890
Rank in Brazil
#1831
Coordinates
8.73°S, 36.63°W
~884 m elevation · America/Recife
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,456 km
904 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Pernambuco
| City | Population | Rank in Brazil |
|---|---|---|
| Recife | 1,653,461 | #9 |
| Jaboatão dos Guararapes | 644,037 | #30 |
| Caruaru | 402,290 | #56 |
| Petrolina | 386,791 | #60 |
| Olinda | 366,754 | #65 |
| Paulista | 342,167 | #72 |
| Cabo de Santo Agostinho | 216,969 | #134 |
| Camaragibe | 155,771 | #188 |
Cities near Capoeiras
FAQ
What is the population of Capoeiras?
Capoeiras has a population of 18,890 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1831 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is Capoeiras in?
Capoeiras is located in Pernambuco, Brazil.
Is Capoeiras the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,456 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.