Ipoh Population 2026
Ipoh has a population of 759,952, making it the #5 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Perak. Roughly 2.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 1.9× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
759,952
Rank in Malaysia
#5
Coordinates
4.58°N, 101.08°E
~45 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
174 km
108 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Perak
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Teluk Intan | 232,800 | #38 |
| Taiping | 217,647 | #43 |
| Sitiawan | 156,234 | #55 |
| Bercham | 150,000 | #57 |
| Seri Manjung | 100,000 | #80 |
| Kampung Manjoi | 86,266 | #91 |
| Tanjong Malim | 66,103 | #108 |
| Parit | 60,988 | #120 |
Cities near Ipoh
- Kampung Manjoi86,266 people · ~4 km away
- Bercham150,000 people · ~9 km away
- Batu Gajah46,183 people · ~14 km away
- Parit60,988 people · ~22 km away
- Sungai Siput49,000 people · ~24 km away
- Kuala Kangsar39,331 people · ~26 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ipoh?
Ipoh has a population of 759,952 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #5 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Ipoh in?
Ipoh is located in Perak, Malaysia.
Is Ipoh the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 174 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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