Manado Population 2026
Manado has a population of 458,582, making it the #32 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in North Sulawesi. Roughly 0.2% of Indonesia's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than Jakarta, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
458,582
Rank in Indonesia
#32
Coordinates
1.48°N, 124.85°E
~10 m elevation · Asia/Makassar
Distance to capital (Jakarta)
2,174 km
1,350 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Sulawesi
Cities near Manado
FAQ
What is the population of Manado?
Manado has a population of 458,582 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #32 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Manado in?
Manado is located in North Sulawesi, Indonesia.
Is Manado the capital of Indonesia?
No, the capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, about 2,174 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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