Jakarta Population 2026 capital
Jakarta has a population of 8,540,121, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in Jakarta. Roughly 3.0% of Indonesia's population lives here. Jakarta is the capital of Indonesia.
Population (city proper)
8,540,121
Rank in Indonesia
#1
Coordinates
6.21°S, 106.85°E
~16 m elevation · Asia/Jakarta
Other big cities in Jakarta
| City | Population | Rank in Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
| Utan | 28,745 | #375 |
Cities near Jakarta
- Utan28,745 people · ~12 km away
- Bekasi2,648,272 people · ~16 km away
- South Tangerang1,429,529 people · ~16 km away
- Depok2,163,635 people · ~21 km away
- Sawangan197,170 people · ~22 km away
- Cileungsir289,833 people · ~24 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Jakarta?
Jakarta has a population of 8,540,121 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Jakarta in?
Jakarta is located in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Is Jakarta the capital of Indonesia?
Yes, Jakarta is the capital of Indonesia.
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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