Strategic Region

Central-West Region of São Paulo State: Strategic Characterization

State of São Paulo and Regional Advantages:

The State of São Paulo is the primary economic engine of Brazil and Latin America. Responsible for approximately one-third of the national Gross Domestic Product (GDP), São Paulo is home to a highly diversified and integrated economy, with a strong presence in the sectors of industry, agribusiness, services, commerce, technology, and logistics.

With an estimated population of 45.9 million inhabitants (2024) and a population density of 178.92 people/km², the state represents the largest consumer market in the country. This population is concentrated in urbanized areas with advanced infrastructure, high levels of education, and some of the best social indicators in Brazil, including a Human Development Index (HDI) of 0.806 (2021).

The average household income per capita is R$ 2,662 (approximately US$ 530.00 in 2024), one of the highest in the country, reflecting the population’s strong purchasing power. Additionally, the state has over 34 million registered vehicles (2024), which reflects not only the dynamism of the transportation sector but also the breadth of urban and logistical mobility.

In the field of basic education, the state recorded 5.34 million enrollments in elementary education in 2023, forming a broad base of young people with access to formal education — a crucial factor for developing a qualified workforce.

The state’s fiscal structure is also noteworthy: in 2023, gross revenues totaled R$ 343.6 billion (approximately US$ 68.5 billion), with committed expenditures reaching R$ 328.3 billion (approximately US$ 65.5 billion), reflecting the robustness and investment capacity of the state government.

With a Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of approximately R$ 3.3 trillion (around US$ 660 billion in 2024), if the State of São Paulo were a country, it would rank among the world’s 20 largest economies, surpassing nations such as:

·         Argentina (US$ 633 billion)

·         Sweden (US$ 611 billion)

·         Poland (US$ 842 billion, but with nearly double the population)

·         Belgium (US$ 589 billion)

·         Austria (US$ 541 billion)

·         Norway (US$ 579 billion)

·         United Arab Emirates (US$ 508 billion)

These indicators highlight São Paulo’s strength as a center of innovation, consumption, and production. Within this privileged context, the Central-West Region of the state — and particularly the municipality of Cafelândia — stands out due to its strategic geographic location, high level of logistical connectivity, and proximity to specialized economic hubs. The following section presents the main competitive advantages this region offers to companies and investors.