Pemalang Population 2026
Pemalang has a population of 184,149, making it the #90 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in Central Java. Roughly 0.1% of Indonesia's population lives here. It is about 46× smaller than Jakarta, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
184,149
Rank in Indonesia
#90
Coordinates
6.89°S, 109.38°E
~12 m elevation · Asia/Jakarta
Distance to capital (Jakarta)
290 km
180 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 Pemalang
FAQ
What is the population of Pemalang?
Pemalang has a population of 184,149 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #90 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Pemalang in?
Pemalang is located in Central Java, Indonesia.
Is Pemalang the capital of Indonesia?
No, the capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, about 290 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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