Paoy Paet Population 2026
Paoy Paet has a population of 98,934, making it the #5 biggest city in 🇰🇭 Cambodia, located in Banteay Meanchey. Roughly 0.5% of Cambodia's population lives here. It is about 16× smaller than Phnom Penh, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
98,934
Rank in Cambodia
#5
Coordinates
13.66°N, 102.56°E
~43 m elevation · Asia/Phnom_Penh
Distance to capital (Phnom Penh)
346 km
215 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Banteay Meanchey
| City | Population | Rank in Cambodia |
|---|---|---|
| Sisophon | 23,218 | #29 |
| Ou Bei Choan | 15,351 | #46 |
Cities near Paoy Paet
- Ou Bei Choan15,351 people · ~23 km away
- Sisophon23,218 people · ~45 km away
- Pailin17,850 people · ~90 km away
- Battambang119,251 people · ~92 km away
- Phum Ânlŭng Vĭl16,479 people · ~97 km away
- Yeang16,177 people · ~114 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Paoy Paet?
Paoy Paet has a population of 98,934 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #5 biggest city in Cambodia.
What region is Paoy Paet in?
Paoy Paet is located in Banteay Meanchey, Cambodia.
Is Paoy Paet the capital of Cambodia?
No, the capital of Cambodia is Phnom Penh, about 346 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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