Ambarawa Population 2026
Ambarawa has a population of 65,096, making it the #230 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in Central Java. It is about 131× smaller than Jakarta, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
65,096
Rank in Indonesia
#230
Coordinates
7.26°S, 110.40°E
~481 m elevation · Asia/Jakarta
Distance to capital (Jakarta)
409 km
254 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Central Java
| City | Population | Rank in Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
| Semarang | 1,694,740 | #9 |
| Jepara | 1,257,912 | #13 |
| Surakarta | 526,870 | #29 |
| Pekalongan | 324,564 | #44 |
| Tegal | 297,173 | #50 |
| Cilacap | 256,996 | #57 |
| Purwokerto | 230,235 | #63 |
| Salatiga | 198,971 | #82 |
Cities near Ambarawa
FAQ
What is the population of Ambarawa?
Ambarawa has a population of 65,096 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #230 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Ambarawa in?
Ambarawa is located in Central Java, Indonesia.
Is Ambarawa the capital of Indonesia?
No, the capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, about 409 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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