Jacarezinho is a town with around 40,000 inhabitants, in the state of Paraná, Brazil. It is situated at (23°9′38″S49°58′10″W) near the Jacaré River and it is a major center for the region. Its economy is made up of 34% industries, 55% services (education plays a big part), 11% agriculture (sugar cane, coffee and cattle).