Bukittinggi Population 2026
Bukittinggi has a population of 121,028, making it the #138 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in West Sumatra. It is about 71× smaller than Jakarta, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
121,028
Rank in Indonesia
#138
Coordinates
0.31°S, 100.37°E
~927 m elevation · Asia/Jakarta
Distance to capital (Jakarta)
973 km
604 miles, straight line
Other big cities in West Sumatra
| City | Population | Rank in Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
| Padang | 942,938 | #17 |
| Payakumbuh | 139,576 | #115 |
| Pariaman | 92,183 | #176 |
| Solok | 73,438 | #212 |
| Padangpanjang | 58,627 | #245 |
| Sijunjung | 27,786 | #385 |
Cities near Bukittinggi
- Padangpanjang58,627 people · ~17 km away
- Payakumbuh139,576 people · ~31 km away
- Pariaman92,183 people · ~44 km away
- Solok73,438 people · ~63 km away
- Padang942,938 people · ~71 km away
- Sijunjung27,786 people · ~80 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bukittinggi?
Bukittinggi has a population of 121,028 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #138 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Bukittinggi in?
Bukittinggi is located in West Sumatra, Indonesia.
Is Bukittinggi the capital of Indonesia?
No, the capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, about 973 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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