Palembang Population 2026
Palembang has a population of 1,801,367, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in South Sumatra. Roughly 0.6% of Indonesia's population lives here. It is about 4.7× smaller than Jakarta, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,801,367
Rank in Indonesia
#8
Coordinates
2.92°S, 104.75°E
~5 m elevation · Asia/Jakarta
Distance to capital (Jakarta)
434 km
270 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Sumatra
| City | Population | Rank in Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
| Lubuklinggau | 234,166 | #62 |
| Baturaja | 134,759 | #123 |
| Prabumulih | 103,470 | #159 |
| Pagar Alam | 70,386 | #216 |
| Lahat | 65,906 | #227 |
| Tanjungagung | 53,117 | #264 |
| Indralaya | 42,498 | #304 |
Cities near Palembang
- Indralaya42,498 people · ~38 km away
- Prabumulih103,470 people · ~81 km away
- Muntok26,709 people · ~105 km away
- Baturaja134,759 people · ~149 km away
- Tanjungagung53,117 people · ~154 km away
- Lahat65,906 people · ~165 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Palembang?
Palembang has a population of 1,801,367 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Palembang in?
Palembang is located in South Sumatra, Indonesia.
Is Palembang the capital of Indonesia?
No, the capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, about 434 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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