Metro Population 2026
Metro has a population of 182,293, making it the #94 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in Lampung. Roughly 0.1% of Indonesia's population lives here. It is about 47× smaller than Jakarta, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
182,293
Rank in Indonesia
#94
Coordinates
5.11°S, 105.31°E
~62 m elevation · Asia/Jakarta
Distance to capital (Jakarta)
210 km
130 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Lampung
| City | Population | Rank in Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
| Bandar Lampung | 1,166,066 | #15 |
| Terbanggi Besar | 52,566 | #265 |
| Kotabumi | 42,366 | #306 |
Cities near Metro
- Terbanggi Besar52,566 people · ~28 km away
- Bandar Lampung1,166,066 people · ~36 km away
- Kotabumi42,366 people · ~57 km away
- Cilegon470,378 people · ~130 km away
- Serang735,651 people · ~146 km away
- Labuan33,576 people · ~152 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Metro?
Metro has a population of 182,293 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #94 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Metro in?
Metro is located in Lampung, Indonesia.
Is Metro the capital of Indonesia?
No, the capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, about 210 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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