Xam Nua Population 2026
Xam Nua has a population of 56,900, making it the #6 biggest city in 🇱🇦 Laos, located in Houaphan. Roughly 0.7% of Laos's population lives here. It is about 15× smaller than Vientiane, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
56,900
Rank in Laos
#6
Coordinates
20.42°N, 104.05°E
~957 m elevation · Asia/Vientiane
Distance to capital (Vientiane)
312 km
194 miles, straight line
Cities near Xam Nua
- Muang Phônsavan37,507 people · ~140 km away
- Luang Prabang55,027 people · ~206 km away
- Borikhan18,354 people · ~209 km away
- Muang Xay25,000 people · ~217 km away
- Pakxan21,967 people · ~228 km away
- Vang Vieng25,000 people · ~236 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Xam Nua?
Xam Nua has a population of 56,900 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #6 biggest city in Laos.
What region is Xam Nua in?
Xam Nua is located in Houaphan, Laos.
Is Xam Nua the capital of Laos?
No, the capital of Laos is Vientiane, about 312 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.