São Caitano Population 2026
São Caitano has a population of 37,126, making it the #913 biggest city in 🇧🇷 Brazil, located in Pernambuco. It is about 334× smaller than São Paulo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
37,126
Rank in Brazil
#913
Coordinates
8.33°S, 36.14°W
~573 m elevation · America/Recife
Distance to capital (Brasília)
1,525 km
947 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 São Caitano
- Caruaru402,290 people · ~19 km away
- Altinho21,185 people · ~20 km away
- Cachoeirinha20,612 people · ~20 km away
- Agrestina24,615 people · ~26 km away
- Belo Jardim83,647 people · ~31 km away
- Brejo da Madre de Deus51,107 people · ~32 km away
FAQ
What is the population of São Caitano?
São Caitano has a population of 37,126 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #913 biggest city in Brazil.
What region is São Caitano in?
São Caitano is located in Pernambuco, Brazil.
Is São Caitano the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília, about 1,525 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.