Jelutong Population 2026
Jelutong has a population of 63,507, making it the #115 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Penang. Roughly 0.2% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 23× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
63,507
Rank in Malaysia
#115
Coordinates
5.39°N, 100.32°E
~4 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
292 km
181 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 |
| Bayan Lepas | 130,455 | #68 |
| Butterworth | 107,591 | #74 |
Cities near Jelutong
- Kampung Sungai Glugur145,600 people · ~2 km away
- George Town158,336 people · ~3 km away
- Paya Terubong226,712 people · ~5 km away
- Butterworth107,591 people · ~5 km away
- Perai65,301 people · ~7 km away
- Kampung Sungai Ara140,849 people · ~9 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Jelutong?
Jelutong has a population of 63,507 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #115 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Jelutong in?
Jelutong is located in Penang, Malaysia.
Is Jelutong the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 292 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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