Bukit Gambir Population 2026
Bukit Gambir has a population of 40,000, making it the #167 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Johor. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 36× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
40,000
Rank in Malaysia
#167
Coordinates
2.21°N, 102.65°E
~12 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
149 km
93 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Johor
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Johor Bahru | 858,118 | #2 |
| Pelentong | 583,640 | #8 |
| Iskandar Puteri | 575,977 | #10 |
| Pasir Gudang | 534,659 | #16 |
| Mukim Pulai | 505,661 | #17 |
| Kampung Larkin Lama | 500,000 | #19 |
| Kampung Kangkar Teberau | 412,373 | #25 |
| Kluang | 323,762 | #31 |
Cities near Bukit Gambir
FAQ
What is the population of Bukit Gambir?
Bukit Gambir has a population of 40,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #167 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Bukit Gambir in?
Bukit Gambir is located in Johor, Malaysia.
Is Bukit Gambir the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 149 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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