Singkawang Population 2026
Singkawang has a population of 253,812, making it the #59 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in West Kalimantan. Roughly 0.1% of Indonesia's population lives here. It is about 34× smaller than Jakarta, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
253,812
Rank in Indonesia
#59
Coordinates
0.91°N, 108.98°E
~2 m elevation · Asia/Pontianak
Distance to capital (Jakarta)
827 km
514 miles, straight line
Other big cities in West Kalimantan
| City | Population | Rank in Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
| Pontianak | 686,019 | #23 |
| Sintang | 85,000 | #191 |
| Kota Sambas | 57,295 | #249 |
| Pemangkat | 54,259 | #262 |
| Sungai Raya | 47,735 | #287 |
| Bengkayang | 33,385 | #349 |
| Manismata | 18,888 | #437 |
Cities near Singkawang
- Sungai Raya47,735 people · ~25 km away
- Pemangkat54,259 people · ~29 km away
- Bengkayang33,385 people · ~51 km away
- Kota Sambas57,295 people · ~61 km away
- Pontianak686,019 people · ~111 km away
- Sintang85,000 people · ~295 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Singkawang?
Singkawang has a population of 253,812 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #59 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Singkawang in?
Singkawang is located in West Kalimantan, Indonesia.
Is Singkawang the capital of Indonesia?
No, the capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, about 827 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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