Recife, Pernambuco
Recife: This coastal city is located in northeastern Brazil, serving as the capital of the state of Pernambuco.
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Quick Facts about Recife
| Population | 1,653,461 |
| Country | Brazil |
| State | Pernambuco (Brazil) |
| County | Recife |
| Instagram username | prefeiturarecife |
| Twitter username | prefrecife |
| Postal code | 50000-000 |
| Phone Area Codes | 81 |
| Area | 218 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | -8.0539,-34.8811 |
| Legislative body | Municipal Chamber of Recife |
| Altitude | 13 feet / 4, 10 meters |
| Capital city | Recife is capital of Pernambuco |
| Establishment | January 01, 1537 (489 years ago) |
| Time Zone | UTC−03:00, UTC−02:00 |
| Local time | 06:02:24 (18th April 2026) |
Geography
Recife is located at 8°3'14"S 34°52'52"W (-8.0538900, -34.8811100). It has 4 neighbors: Paulista, Olinda, Jaboatao and Camaragibe.
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Demographics
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 1,422,905 | - | census |
| 2010 | 1,537,704 | 7.47% | census |
| 2012 | 1,555,039 | 1.11% | census |
| 2015 | 1,617,183 | 3.84% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,625,580 | 0.52% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,653,461 | 1.69% | estimation process |
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