Sabang Population 2026
Sabang has a population of 43,527, making it the #301 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in Aceh. It is about 196× smaller than Jakarta, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
43,527
Rank in Indonesia
#301
Coordinates
5.89°N, 95.32°E
~16 m elevation · Asia/Jakarta
Distance to capital (Jakarta)
1,857 km
1,153 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Aceh
| City | Population | Rank in Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
| Banda Aceh | 267,962 | #55 |
| Lhokseumawe | 200,876 | #80 |
| Langsa | 184,016 | #91 |
| Subulussalam | 105,553 | #157 |
| Meulaboh | 64,646 | #231 |
| Bireun | 47,670 | #288 |
| Singkil | 46,800 | #292 |
| Reuleuet | 40,393 | #312 |
Cities near Sabang
- Banda Aceh267,962 people · ~39 km away
- Sigli17,504 people · ~91 km away
- Reuleuet40,393 people · ~131 km away
- Bireun47,670 people · ~171 km away
- Meulaboh64,646 people · ~214 km away
- Lhokseumawe200,876 people · ~218 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sabang?
Sabang has a population of 43,527 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #301 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Sabang in?
Sabang is located in Aceh, Indonesia.
Is Sabang the capital of Indonesia?
No, the capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, about 1,857 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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