Kuala Kedah Population 2026
Kuala Kedah has a population of 19,231, making it the #306 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Kedah. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 76× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,231
Rank in Malaysia
#306
Coordinates
6.10°N, 100.30°E
~7 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
363 km
225 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kedah
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Kota Kuala Muda | 544,984 | #13 |
| Sungai Petani | 544,851 | #14 |
| Alor Setar | 417,800 | #24 |
| Kulim | 170,889 | #52 |
| Pendang | 94,033 | #85 |
| Yan Besar | 67,653 | #107 |
| Jitra | 63,489 | #116 |
| Kampong Sidam | 60,983 | #121 |
Cities near Kuala Kedah
- Alor Setar417,800 people · ~7 km away
- Kampung Alor Mengkudu38,193 people · ~10 km away
- Anak Bukit16,525 people · ~13 km away
- Tokai30,000 people · ~14 km away
- Pendang94,033 people · ~23 km away
- Jitra63,489 people · ~23 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kuala Kedah?
Kuala Kedah has a population of 19,231 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #306 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Kuala Kedah in?
Kuala Kedah is located in Kedah, Malaysia.
Is Kuala Kedah the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 363 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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