Battambang Population 2026
Battambang has a population of 119,251, making it the #4 biggest city in 🇰🇭 Cambodia, located in Battambang. Roughly 0.7% of Cambodia's population lives here. It is about 13× smaller than Phnom Penh, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
119,251
Rank in Cambodia
#4
Coordinates
13.10°N, 103.20°E
~18 m elevation · Asia/Phnom_Penh
Distance to capital (Phnom Penh)
253 km
157 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Battambang
| City | Population | Rank in Cambodia |
|---|---|---|
| Phum Ânlŭng Vĭl | 16,479 | #41 |
Cities near Battambang
- Phum Ânlŭng Vĭl16,479 people · ~5 km away
- Sisophon23,218 people · ~59 km away
- Yeang16,177 people · ~67 km away
- Pailin17,850 people · ~70 km away
- Siem Reap139,458 people · ~77 km away
- Ou Bei Choan15,351 people · ~90 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Battambang?
Battambang has a population of 119,251 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #4 biggest city in Cambodia.
What region is Battambang in?
Battambang is located in Battambang, Cambodia.
Is Battambang the capital of Cambodia?
No, the capital of Cambodia is Phnom Penh, about 253 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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