Kuala Lipis Population 2026
Kuala Lipis has a population of 15,448, making it the #345 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Pahang. It is about 94× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,448
Rank in Malaysia
#345
Coordinates
4.18°N, 102.05°E
~99 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
123 km
76 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Pahang
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Kuantan | 548,014 | #12 |
| Maran | 111,056 | #73 |
| Temerluh | 59,916 | #126 |
| Bentong Town | 49,213 | #144 |
| Kampung Perak | 44,964 | #156 |
| Mentakab | 42,171 | #160 |
| Bentung | 40,373 | #164 |
| Raub | 40,024 | #166 |
Cities near Kuala Lipis
- Jerantut33,606 people · ~45 km away
- Raub40,024 people · ~49 km away
- Kampung Perak44,964 people · ~69 km away
- Bentung40,373 people · ~74 km away
- Bentong Town49,213 people · ~75 km away
- Gua Musang19,731 people · ~78 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kuala Lipis?
Kuala Lipis has a population of 15,448 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #345 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Kuala Lipis in?
Kuala Lipis is located in Pahang, Malaysia.
Is Kuala Lipis the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 123 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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