Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
743K
Population
296 Mbps
Internet
763m
Elevation
America/Sao_Paulo
Timezone
CGH (12km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
São Bernardo do Campo anchors Brazil's ABC region with its automotive heritage and leafy avenues, attracting digital nomads to its cost-effective apartments and easy subway rides into São Paulo. Subtropical weather encourages weekend barbecues, fueled by a burgeoning startup scene.
QUICK FACTS
Country
São Paulo
Population
743K
Timezone
America/Sao_Paulo
Elevation
763 m
Airport
CGH
GPS
-23.69, -46.57
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Food
843 restaurants mapped in São Bernardo do Campo
Tech
296 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
A mid-sized city of 743,372 people
INFRASTRUCTURE
27,461 total POIs
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
843
Cafes
111
Bars
253
Fast Food
529
Shopping
Supermarkets
448
Convenience
225
Shopping Malls
148
Healthcare
Hospitals
127
Clinics
421
Pharmacies
511
Education
Schools
1,086
Universities
126
Libraries
33
Recreation
Parks
2,709
Playgrounds
151
Sports
2,314
Cinemas
8
Museums
22
Theatres
31
Transport
Bus Stops
7,200
Train Stations
48
Fuel Stations
725
Services
Banks
433
ATMs
59
Post Offices
46
Police
143
Fire Stations
20
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
296 Mbps
Download
167 Mbps
Upload
8ms
Latency
328,508
Tests
94,054
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Apr - Oct
17°
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17°
F
18°
M
19°
A
20°
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21°
J
22°
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21°
A
20°
S
19°
O
18°
N
17°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 19.1 C Range: 21.6 - 16.6 C Rain: 1,400 mm/year Sunshine: 3,194 h/year
CITY SCORES
87.5
Nomad Index
B
Livability
37.5
Culture
55.7
Overall
AIRPORT
CGH
Congonhas Airport
12 km from center
Very close — ~18 min ride
FUN FACTS
History The city was founded by João Ramalho in 1553 and was known as Vila de Santo André da Borda do Campo de Piratininga, soon transferred to another nearby place, safer from hostile tribes.
It is, however, historically perceived as the first Brazilian settlement built away from the sea.
In 1938, it became a part of the Santo André district only to be separated again in 1945, as the aftermath of an action from a group of entrepreneurs led by Wallace Cochrane Simonsen, who was eventually appointed as the first mayor of the newborn municipality.
By the second half of the 19th century, European immigrants started to come to the area, mainly from Italy.
Italians settled in cottages in the rural area of São Bernardo do Campo that were called colônias.
EXTERNAL LINKS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is São Bernardo do Campo known for?
São Bernardo do Campo anchors Brazil's ABC region with its automotive heritage and leafy avenues, attracting digital nomads to its cost-effective apartments and easy subway rides into São Paulo. Subtropical weather encourages weekend barbecues, fueled by a burgeoning startup scene.
How fast is the internet in São Bernardo do Campo?
São Bernardo do Campo has an average download speed of 296 Mbps and upload speed of 167 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in São Bernardo do Campo?
São Bernardo do Campo has an average year-round temperature of approximately 19.1 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves São Bernardo do Campo?
São Bernardo do Campo is served by CGH (Congonhas Airport), approximately 12 km from the city center.
What is the population of São Bernardo do Campo?
The population of São Bernardo do Campo is approximately 743K.
What infrastructure does São Bernardo do Campo have?
São Bernardo do Campo has 27,461 mapped points of interest, including 843 restaurants, 127 hospitals, 1,086 schools.
What country is São Bernardo do Campo in?
São Bernardo do Campo is located in São Paulo.
