Ceilândia Population 2026
Ceilândia has a population of 287,023, making it the #91 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Federal District. Roughly 0.1% of Brazil's population lives here. It is about 43× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
287,023
Rank in Brazil
#91
Coordinates
15.81°S, 48.13°W
~1,159 m elevation · America/Sao_Paulo
Distance to capital (Brasília)
22 km
14 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Federal District
| City | Population | Rank in Brazil |
|---|---|---|
| Brasília | 2,207,718 | #7 |
| Samambaia | 218,840 | #132 |
| Plano Piloto | 198,697 | #147 |
| Planaltina | 189,412 | #151 |
| Águas Claras | 128,486 | #228 |
| Guará | 120,641 | #251 |
| Santa Maria | 116,622 | #264 |
| Recanto das Emas | 115,550 | #270 |
Cities near Ceilândia
- Samambaia218,840 people · ~9 km away
- Águas Claras128,486 people · ~12 km away
- Recanto das Emas115,550 people · ~13 km away
- Riacho Fundo II105,210 people · ~13 km away
- Águas Lindas de Goiás225,693 people · ~17 km away
- Guará120,641 people · ~17 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ceilândia?
Ceilândia has a population of 287,023 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #91 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is Ceilândia in?
Ceilândia is located in Federal District, Brazil.
Is Ceilândia the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 22 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.