São Martinho Population 2026
São Martinho has a population of 26,482, making it the #78 biggest city in 🇵🇹 Portugal, located in Madeira. Roughly 0.3% of Portugal's population lives here. It is about 20× smaller than Lisbon, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,482
Rank in Portugal
#78
Coordinates
32.64°N, 16.94°W
~198 m elevation · Atlantic/Madeira
Distance to capital (Lisbon)
975 km
605 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Madeira
| City | Population | Rank in Portugal |
|---|---|---|
| Funchal | 105,795 | #8 |
| Câmara de Lobos | 32,209 | #57 |
| Santo António | 25,940 | #82 |
| Caniço | 23,368 | #94 |
Cities near São Martinho
- Santo António25,940 people · ~2 km away
- Funchal105,795 people · ~3 km away
- Câmara de Lobos32,209 people · ~4 km away
- Caniço23,368 people · ~9 km away
- Porto de Mós23,648 people · ~900 km away
- Lagos33,494 people · ~902 km away
FAQ
What is the population of São Martinho?
São Martinho has a population of 26,482 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #78 biggest city in Portugal.
What region is São Martinho in?
São Martinho is located in Madeira, Portugal.
Is São Martinho the capital of Portugal?
No, the capital of Portugal is Lisbon, about 975 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.
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