Iskandar Puteri Population 2026
Iskandar Puteri has a population of 575,977, making it the #10 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Johor. Roughly 1.6% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 2.5× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
575,977
Rank in Malaysia
#10
Coordinates
1.39°N, 103.62°E
~16 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
290 km
180 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Johor
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Johor Bahru | 858,118 | #2 |
| Pelentong | 583,640 | #8 |
| 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 |
| Muar | 314,776 | #32 |
Cities near Iskandar Puteri
- Mukim Pulai505,661 people · ~16 km away
- Johor Bahru858,118 people · ~17 km away
- Pekan Nenas23,292 people · ~18 km away
- Kampung Larkin Lama500,000 people · ~18 km away
- Kampung Kangkar Teberau412,373 people · ~21 km away
- Taman Senai73,176 people · ~23 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Iskandar Puteri?
Iskandar Puteri has a population of 575,977 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #10 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Iskandar Puteri in?
Iskandar Puteri is located in Johor, Malaysia.
Is Iskandar Puteri the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 290 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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