Sekong Population 2026
Sekong has a population of 20,116, making it the #15 biggest city in 🇱🇦 Laos, located in Xékong. Roughly 0.3% of Laos's population lives here. It is about 42× smaller than Vientiane, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,116
Rank in Laos
#15
Coordinates
15.35°N, 106.72°E
~148 m elevation · Asia/Vientiane
Distance to capital (Vientiane)
527 km
327 miles, straight line
Cities near Sekong
- Ban Laongam21,304 people · ~61 km away
- Pakse77,900 people · ~102 km away
- Ban Kèngkok15,658 people · ~204 km away
- Ban Xénô25,135 people · ~237 km away
- Savannakhet125,760 people · ~250 km away
- Thakhèk90,800 people · ~306 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sekong?
Sekong has a population of 20,116 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #15 biggest city in Laos.
What region is Sekong in?
Sekong is located in Xékong, Laos.
Is Sekong the capital of Laos?
No, the capital of Laos is Vientiane, about 527 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.