Brazil: Population, Economy & Travel Facts

Essential data for planning your trip to Brazil — from population and demographics to economic indicators, healthcare infrastructure, tourism trends, and digital connectivity.

Population & Geography

Population
209,469,333
#6 of 197 countries
Area
8,515,770 km²
#6 of 248 countries
Density
24.6 / km²
#194 of 245 countries

Brazil has a population of 209,469,333 spread across 8,515,770 km², giving it an average density of 24.6 people per km². It ranks among the 20 most populous countries in the world.

Most Populous Cities

São Paulo
12,400,232
9447 / km²
Rio de Janeiro
6,747,815
649 / km²
Belo Horizonte
2,721,564
13240 / km²
Salvador
2,711,840
39152 / km²
Fortaleza
2,400,000
12107 / km²
Manaus
2,219,580
4430 / km²
Brasília
2,207,718
2573 / km²
Curitiba
1,948,626
7281 / km²
Recife
1,653,461
5111 / km²
Goiânia
1,536,097
8511 / km²

Demographics

Median Age
35.4
Life Expectancy
76.3 yrs
Literacy Rate
94.8%
Government
federal presidential republic
Ethnic Groups
Religions
GDP by Sector

Economy & Cost of Living

Understanding the local economy helps travellers budget effectively and set expectations. Brazil is classified as an upper middle income country by the World Bank. Prices are roughly 49% of US levels, meaning costs are moderate and most travellers will find it reasonably affordable.

Income Level
Upper middle income
GDP per Capita
$10,378
Cost of Living
49% of US
Inflation
4.6%
Inequality
51.6
High