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São José de Princesa, Brazil

Paraíba · Brazil

São José de Princesa is a small town in Paraíba, Brazil with a population of 3,416. Elevation: 2,756 ft (840 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,416 Population 20/sq mi density
2,756 ft Elevation 840 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
17.3 in Annual Rain
America / Fortaleza Timezone
$1,008 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$1,008 median income

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About São José de Princesa

São José de Princesa is a municipality in the state of Paraíba in the Northeast Region of Brazil.

People

Population3,416
Density20/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$1,008

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain17.3 in/yr
Sunny Days359/yr
Elevation2,756 ft (840 m)
Population3,416
Population Density20 / sq mi
Elevation2,756 ft (840 m)
Coordinates-7.7422°, -38.0989°
TimezoneAmerica/Fortaleza
Country🇧🇷 Brazil
State / ProvinceParaíba
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation17.3 inches (438 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,008

About São José de Princesa

São José de Princesa is a small town in Brazil (Paraíba) with a population of 3,416. The city sits at an elevation of 2,756 feet (840 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.3 inches. The timezone is America/Fortaleza.

The median household income in São José de Princesa is $1,008, which is 99% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 58 business establishments.

Income: São José de Princesa vs Brazil

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Income

Median HH Income$1,008
99% below Brazil avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)58

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

São José de Princesa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 359 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 17.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,756 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average80.5°F
49% above Brazil avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days359 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,756 ft (840 m)
Area173.0 sq mi (448.1 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates-7.7422°N, 38.0989°W
TimezoneAmerica/Fortaleza

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.3"
55% below Brazil avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.99"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.51"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 4.2 in Warmest
February 73°F (23°C) 5.8 in
March 73°F (23°C) 8.0 in Wettest
April 72°F (22°C) 6.9 in
May 70°F (21°C) 3.6 in
June 68°F (20°C) 2.3 in Coldest
July 77°F (25°C) 1.8 in
August 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.5 in Driest
October 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in
November 74°F (23°C) 0.8 in
December 74°F (24°C) 2.4 in

São José de Princesa has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 68°F in June to 81°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 37.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (8.0") and September the driest (0.5").

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Schools in São José de Princesa

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escola Municipal
ECI Deputado Nominando Muniz Diniz
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Museums in São José de Princesa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casarão Grande das Almas
Fundação Casa da Cultura de Serra Talhada
Museu Casa do Careta
Museu da Cidade
Museu da Cidade de Triunfo
Museu do Cangaço
Museu do Cangaço
Museu do Cangaço
Museu Elizer Xavier

Libraries in São José de Princesa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Sala de Leitura0.0

Farmers Markets in São José de Princesa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Público Municipal
PARQUE DE FEIRA

Airports Near São José de Princesa

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeroguedes AirportSmall Airport
Afogados da Ingazeira AirportSmall Airport
Conceição AirportSmall Airport
Fazenda Pedra da Letra AirportSmall Airport
Fazenda Santa Rita AirportSmall Airport
Itaporanga AirportSmall Airport
Major Brigadeiro Pedro Frazão de Medeiros Lima AirportSmall Airport
Recanto dos Mouras AirportSmall Airport
Santa Magalhães AirportSETSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in São José de Princesa

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Igreja São Sebastião
Igreja São Sebastião

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Fortaleza

🇧🇷 About Brazil

Capital Brasilia
Population 209,469,333
Area 8,511,965 km²
GDP (USD) $2,191,131,869,706
GDP per capita $10,378
HDI 0.760
Life expectancy 75.9 years
Internet users 84.2%
Urban population 87.6%
Currency BRL (Real)
Languages Portuguese
Calling code +55
TLD .br
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Brazil

15 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Confraternização Universal
Feb 16 Carnival Carnaval
Feb 17 Carnival Carnaval
Apr 3 Good Friday Sexta-feira Santa
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Domingo de Páscoa
Apr 21 Tiradentes Dia de Tiradentes
May 1 Labour Day Dia do Trabalhador
Jun 4 Corpus Christi Corpus Christi
Jul 9 Constitutionalist Revolution of 1932 Revolução Constitucionalista de 1932
Sep 7 Independence Day Dia da Independência
Oct 12 Our Lady of Aparecida Nossa Senhora Aparecida
Nov 2 All Souls' Day Dia de Finados
Nov 15 Republic Proclamation Day Proclamação da República
Nov 20 Black Awareness Day Dia da Consciência Negra
Dec 25 Christmas Day Natal

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Frequently Asked Questions About São José de Princesa

What is the population of São José de Princesa?

São José de Princesa has a population of 3,416 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 173.0 square miles.

Is São José de Princesa expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,008, 99% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in São José de Princesa?

São José de Princesa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 359 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.3 inches.

How is the job market in São José de Princesa?

There are 58 business establishments in the area.

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