Plano Piloto Population 2026
Plano Piloto has a population of 198,697, making it the #147 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Federal District. Roughly 0.1% of Brazil's population lives here. It is about 62× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
198,697
Rank in Brazil
#147
Coordinates
15.79°S, 47.88°W
~1,061 m elevation · America/Sao_Paulo
Distance to capital (Brasília)
5 km
3 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 |
| 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 Plano Piloto
- Brasília2,207,718 people · ~5 km away
- Guará120,641 people · ~10 km away
- Águas Claras128,486 people · ~16 km away
- Riacho Fundo II105,210 people · ~21 km away
- Recanto das Emas115,550 people · ~23 km away
- Samambaia218,840 people · ~26 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Plano Piloto?
Plano Piloto has a population of 198,697 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #147 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is Plano Piloto in?
Plano Piloto is located in Federal District, Brazil.
Is Plano Piloto the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 5 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.