Salatiga Population 2026
Salatiga has a population of 198,971, making it the #82 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in Central Java. Roughly 0.1% of Indonesia's population lives here. It is about 43× smaller than Jakarta, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
198,971
Rank in Indonesia
#82
Coordinates
7.33°S, 110.49°E
~571 m elevation · Asia/Jakarta
Distance to capital (Jakarta)
421 km
261 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 |
| Pemalang | 184,149 | #90 |
Cities near Salatiga
FAQ
What is the population of Salatiga?
Salatiga has a population of 198,971 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #82 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Salatiga in?
Salatiga is located in Central Java, Indonesia.
Is Salatiga the capital of Indonesia?
No, the capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, about 421 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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