Bayan Lepas Population 2026
Bayan Lepas has a population of 130,455, making it the #68 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Penang. Roughly 0.4% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 11× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
130,455
Rank in Malaysia
#68
Coordinates
5.30°N, 100.26°E
~26 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
287 km
178 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Penang
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Paya Terubong | 226,712 | #40 |
| Bukit Mertajam | 212,329 | #45 |
| George Town | 158,336 | #53 |
| Kampung Sungai Glugur | 145,600 | #62 |
| Kampung Sungai Ara | 140,849 | #64 |
| Tasek Glugor | 135,786 | #67 |
| Butterworth | 107,591 | #74 |
| Val Dor | 88,600 | #90 |
Cities near Bayan Lepas
- Kampung Teluk Kumbar21,481 people · ~2 km away
- Kampung Sungai Ara140,849 people · ~3 km away
- Bukit Gemuroh17,379 people · ~5 km away
- Balik Pulau23,559 people · ~6 km away
- Paya Terubong226,712 people · ~8 km away
- Kampung Sungai Glugur145,600 people · ~10 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bayan Lepas?
Bayan Lepas has a population of 130,455 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #68 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Bayan Lepas in?
Bayan Lepas is located in Penang, Malaysia.
Is Bayan Lepas the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 287 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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