Kluang Population 2026
Kluang has a population of 323,762, making it the #31 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Johor. Roughly 0.9% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 4.5× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
323,762
Rank in Malaysia
#31
Coordinates
2.03°N, 103.32°E
~51 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
219 km
136 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Johor
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Johor Bahru | 858,118 | #2 |
| Pelentong | 583,640 | #8 |
| Iskandar Puteri | 575,977 | #10 |
| Pasir Gudang | 534,659 | #16 |
| Mukim Pulai | 505,661 | #17 |
| Kampung Larkin Lama | 500,000 | #19 |
| Kampung Kangkar Teberau | 412,373 | #25 |
| Muar | 314,776 | #32 |
Cities near Kluang
- Kampung Simpang Renggam17,528 people · ~23 km away
- Simpang Renggam59,033 people · ~23 km away
- Yong Peng27,138 people · ~28 km away
- Parit Raja17,441 people · ~29 km away
- Kawasan Penempatan Ulu Sungai Benut32,226 people · ~31 km away
- Kawasan Penempatan Ulu Benut Tiga32,226 people · ~32 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kluang?
Kluang has a population of 323,762 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #31 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Kluang in?
Kluang is located in Johor, Malaysia.
Is Kluang the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 219 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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