Dumai Population 2026
Dumai has a population of 349,389, making it the #41 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in Riau. Roughly 0.1% of Indonesia's population lives here. It is about 24× smaller than Jakarta, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
349,389
Rank in Indonesia
#41
Coordinates
1.67°N, 101.44°E
~7 m elevation · Asia/Jakarta
Distance to capital (Jakarta)
1,062 km
660 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Riau
| City | Population | Rank in Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
| Batam | 1,296,960 | #12 |
| Pekanbaru | 1,167,599 | #14 |
| Balai Pungut | 56,452 | #251 |
Cities near Dumai
- Balai Pungut56,452 people · ~70 km away
- Pekanbaru1,167,599 people · ~128 km away
- Rantauprapat103,009 people · ~185 km away
- Bandar31,442 people · ~193 km away
- Payakumbuh139,576 people · ~228 km away
- Tanjung Balai48,953 people · ~232 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Dumai?
Dumai has a population of 349,389 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #41 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Dumai in?
Dumai is located in Riau, Indonesia.
Is Dumai the capital of Indonesia?
No, the capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, about 1,062 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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