Kangar Population 2026
Kangar has a population of 63,869, making it the #113 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Perlis. 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)
63,869
Rank in Malaysia
#113
Coordinates
6.44°N, 100.20°E
~8 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
402 km
250 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Perlis
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Kampung Hutan Arau | 20,000 | #290 |
Cities near Kangar
- Kampung Hutan Arau20,000 people · ~9 km away
- Padang Besar16,235 people · ~13 km away
- Changloon18,872 people · ~26 km away
- Jitra63,489 people · ~31 km away
- Anak Bukit16,525 people · ~35 km away
- Kuala Kedah19,231 people · ~40 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kangar?
Kangar has a population of 63,869 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #113 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Kangar in?
Kangar is located in Perlis, Malaysia.
Is Kangar the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 402 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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