Kota Sambas Population 2026
Kota Sambas has a population of 57,295, making it the #249 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in West Kalimantan. It is about 149× smaller than Jakarta, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
57,295
Rank in Indonesia
#249
Coordinates
1.36°N, 109.30°E
~15 m elevation · Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh
Distance to capital (Jakarta)
886 km
550 miles, straight line
Other big cities in West Kalimantan
| City | Population | Rank in Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
| Pontianak | 686,019 | #23 |
| Singkawang | 253,812 | #59 |
| Sintang | 85,000 | #191 |
| Pemangkat | 54,259 | #262 |
| Sungai Raya | 47,735 | #287 |
| Bengkayang | 33,385 | #349 |
| Manismata | 18,888 | #437 |
Cities near Kota Sambas
- Pemangkat54,259 people · ~43 km away
- Bengkayang33,385 people · ~61 km away
- Singkawang253,812 people · ~61 km away
- Sungai Raya47,735 people · ~86 km away
- Pontianak686,019 people · ~155 km away
- Sintang85,000 people · ~284 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kota Sambas?
Kota Sambas has a population of 57,295 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #249 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Kota Sambas in?
Kota Sambas is located in West Kalimantan, Indonesia.
Is Kota Sambas the capital of Indonesia?
No, the capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, about 886 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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