Kertih Population 2026
Kertih has a population of 24,401, making it the #256 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Terengganu. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 60× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,401
Rank in Malaysia
#256
Coordinates
4.51°N, 103.45°E
~5 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
248 km
154 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Terengganu
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Kuala Terengganu | 426,500 | #22 |
| Kuala Nerus | 93,485 | #87 |
| Cukai | 82,425 | #95 |
| Dungun | 34,767 | #195 |
| Marang | 21,410 | #277 |
| Paka | 21,044 | #280 |
Cities near Kertih
FAQ
What is the population of Kertih?
Kertih has a population of 24,401 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #256 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Kertih in?
Kertih is located in Terengganu, Malaysia.
Is Kertih the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 248 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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