Kampong Thom Population 2026
Kampong Thom has a population of 19,951, making it the #35 biggest city in 🇰🇭 Cambodia, located in Kampong Thom. Roughly 0.1% of Cambodia's population lives here. It is about 79× smaller than Phnom Penh, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,951
Rank in Cambodia
#35
Coordinates
12.71°N, 104.89°E
~16 m elevation · Asia/Phnom_Penh
Distance to capital (Phnom Penh)
128 km
79 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kampong Thom
| City | Population | Rank in Cambodia |
|---|---|---|
| Phumĭ Tnaôt | 21,727 | #33 |
Cities near Kampong Thom
- Phumĭ Tnaôt21,727 people · ~43 km away
- Kampong Chhnang75,244 people · ~57 km away
- Phumĭ Âmpĭl Leu16,110 people · ~98 km away
- Kampong Cham61,750 people · ~101 km away
- Pursat52,476 people · ~107 km away
- Phumĭ Véal Tônsay25,168 people · ~118 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kampong Thom?
Kampong Thom has a population of 19,951 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #35 biggest city in Cambodia.
What region is Kampong Thom in?
Kampong Thom is located in Kampong Thom, Cambodia.
Is Kampong Thom the capital of Cambodia?
No, the capital of Cambodia is Phnom Penh, about 128 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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