Banjarmasin Population 2026
Banjarmasin has a population of 657,663, making it the #26 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in South Kalimantan. Roughly 0.2% of Indonesia's population lives here. It is about 13× smaller than Jakarta, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
657,663
Rank in Indonesia
#26
Coordinates
3.32°S, 114.59°E
~8 m elevation · Asia/Makassar
Distance to capital (Jakarta)
917 km
569 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Kalimantan
| City | Population | Rank in Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
| Banjarbaru | 293,332 | #51 |
| Martapura | 131,449 | #128 |
| Barabai | 55,956 | #255 |
| Amuntai | 55,560 | #256 |
| Tanjung | 37,291 | #329 |
Cities near Banjarmasin
- Banjarbaru293,332 people · ~30 km away
- Martapura131,449 people · ~32 km away
- Kualakapuas35,632 people · ~41 km away
- Barabai55,956 people · ~120 km away
- Amuntai55,560 people · ~124 km away
- Palangkaraya318,247 people · ~145 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Banjarmasin?
Banjarmasin has a population of 657,663 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #26 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Banjarmasin in?
Banjarmasin is located in South Kalimantan, Indonesia.
Is Banjarmasin the capital of Indonesia?
No, the capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, about 917 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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