Kuala Kangsar Population 2026
Kuala Kangsar has a population of 39,331, making it the #173 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Perak. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 37× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
39,331
Rank in Malaysia
#173
Coordinates
4.77°N, 100.93°E
~42 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
199 km
124 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Perak
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Ipoh | 759,952 | #5 |
| Teluk Intan | 232,800 | #38 |
| Taiping | 217,647 | #43 |
| Sitiawan | 156,234 | #55 |
| Bercham | 150,000 | #57 |
| Seri Manjung | 100,000 | #80 |
| Kampung Manjoi | 86,266 | #91 |
| Tanjong Malim | 66,103 | #108 |
Cities near Kuala Kangsar
- Padang Rengas38,294 people · ~9 km away
- Kampung Manjoi86,266 people · ~22 km away
- Taiping217,647 people · ~24 km away
- Kamunting36,243 people · ~26 km away
- Ipoh759,952 people · ~26 km away
- Batu Kurau22,307 people · ~27 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kuala Kangsar?
Kuala Kangsar has a population of 39,331 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #173 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Kuala Kangsar in?
Kuala Kangsar is located in Perak, Malaysia.
Is Kuala Kangsar the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 199 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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