Planaltina Population 2026
Planaltina has a population of 189,412, making it the #151 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Federal District. Roughly 0.1% of Brazil's population lives here. It is about 65× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
189,412
Rank in Brazil
#151
Coordinates
15.62°S, 47.65°W
~1,000 m elevation · America/Sao_Paulo
Distance to capital (Brasília)
35 km
22 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Federal District
| City | Population | Rank in Brazil |
|---|---|---|
| Brasília | 2,207,718 | #7 |
| Ceilândia | 287,023 | #91 |
| Samambaia | 218,840 | #132 |
| Plano Piloto | 198,697 | #147 |
| Águas Claras | 128,486 | #228 |
| Guará | 120,641 | #251 |
| Santa Maria | 116,622 | #264 |
| Recanto das Emas | 115,550 | #270 |
Cities near Planaltina
- Planaltina105,031 people · ~19 km away
- Plano Piloto198,697 people · ~32 km away
- Formosa115,901 people · ~35 km away
- Brasília2,207,718 people · ~35 km away
- Guará120,641 people · ~41 km away
- Águas Claras128,486 people · ~47 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Planaltina?
Planaltina has a population of 189,412 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #151 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is Planaltina in?
Planaltina is located in Federal District, Brazil.
Is Planaltina the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 35 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.