Lasem Population 2026
Lasem has a population of 28,948, making it the #374 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in Central Java. It is about 295× smaller than Jakarta, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
28,948
Rank in Indonesia
#374
Coordinates
6.69°S, 111.45°E
~12 m elevation · Asia/Jakarta
Distance to capital (Jakarta)
512 km
318 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Central Java
| City | Population | Rank in Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
| Semarang | 1,694,740 | #9 |
| Jepara | 1,257,912 | #13 |
| Surakarta | 526,870 | #29 |
| Pekalongan | 324,564 | #44 |
| Tegal | 297,173 | #50 |
| Cilacap | 256,996 | #57 |
| Purwokerto | 230,235 | #63 |
| Salatiga | 198,971 | #82 |
Cities near Lasem
FAQ
What is the population of Lasem?
Lasem has a population of 28,948 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #374 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Lasem in?
Lasem is located in Central Java, Indonesia.
Is Lasem the capital of Indonesia?
No, the capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, about 512 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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