Cox’s Bāzār Population 2026
Cox’s Bāzār has a population of 253,788, making it the #21 biggest city in 🇧🇩 Bangladesh, located in Chittagong. Roughly 0.1% of Bangladesh's population lives here. It is about 41× smaller than Dhaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
253,788
Rank in Bangladesh
#21
Coordinates
21.44°N, 92.01°E
~2 m elevation · Asia/Dhaka
Distance to capital (Dhaka)
301 km
187 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Chittagong
| City | Population | Rank in Bangladesh |
|---|---|---|
| Chattogram | 3,920,222 | #2 |
| Comilla | 1,030,000 | #6 |
| Hāthazāri | 498,179 | #9 |
| Bāndarban | 495,272 | #10 |
| Brāhmanbāria | 264,326 | #20 |
| Ashuganj City | 210,356 | #27 |
| Karnaphuli | 203,697 | #30 |
| Chāndpur | 203,000 | #31 |
Cities near Cox’s Bāzār
FAQ
What is the population of Cox’s Bāzār?
Cox’s Bāzār has a population of 253,788 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #21 biggest city in Bangladesh.
What region is Cox’s Bāzār in?
Cox’s Bāzār is located in Chittagong, Bangladesh.
Is Cox’s Bāzār the capital of Bangladesh?
No, the capital of Bangladesh is Dhaka, about 301 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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